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3,581 complaints filed by owners in the last 30 days. Newest first, as NHTSA publishes them.

2024 Mazda CX-50Brakes

The front brake pads on my 2024 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo AWD wore down to 4 mm at only 16,739 miles. The brakes had been squealing, and I recorded videos of the noise. A Mazda dealership confirmed the 4 mm pad thickness during an inspection on 10/20/2026 and recommended replacing the front pads and resurfacing the rotors. Mazda has issued Technical Service Bulletin 04-001/26, "Front Inner Brake Pad Premature Wear," for this condition on 2023-2025 CX-50s built before April 26, 2025. The bulletin says dirt and sand can...

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stick to the inner friction surface of the disc and cause the front inner pads to wear out faster than the outer pads. Mazda changed the dust cover and brake pad shape to fix it. My vehicle falls within the bulletin's range. The dealership did not perform the bulletin repair and did not record separate inner and outer pad measurements. Mazda's customer service relied on the dealership and closed my case without further review. Brake pads wearing out at this rate is a safety concern. If the inner pads wear faster than the outer pads, they can reach metal-to-metal contact before the driver notices, which reduces braking performance and damages the rotors. Many owners may not know about the bulletin or that their inner pads are wearing early, since the inner pads are hard to see without removing the wheel. There was no crash, fire, or injury. No warning lights appeared; the only symptom was brake squealing. The pads are still on the vehicle and available for inspection.

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11777009
2016 Kia SedonaOther & unknown

Van suddenly lost velocity for a second and the veered into the right lane.. luckily there was no one there. Road wet but no puddles, no rain. Straight road going 30 mph.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11777008
2019 Lincoln NautilusEngine & cooling

My car has been diagnosed with the coolant intrusion issue that is well known by Ford/Lincoln in their ecoboost engines. To be safely driveable again, it needs a complete engine replacement at only 67,000 miles.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11777002
2019 Ford EdgeTransmission & drivetrain

My 2019 Ford Edge SE, equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine and 8-speed automatic transmission, began experiencing recurring hesitation, shuddering, jerking, and inconsistent acceleration at approximately 80,000 miles. The vehicle intermittently stutters or shakes during acceleration and experiences noticeable RPM fluctuations and shuddering while maintaining a consistent cruising speed. These symptoms occur at both low and high speeds and have progressively worsened over time. When the symptoms first appeared,...

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the vehicle was evaluated by a Ford dealership, which diagnosed a separate issue and performed the recommended repair. However, the hesitation and shuddering persisted after the repair and continued to worsen. The vehicle was subsequently evaluated by an independent mechanic who confirmed that the torque converter had failed, causing damage to the transmission. The mechanic determined that the entire transmission requires replacement at approximately 101,000 miles. The unpredictable acceleration and transmission behavior present safety concerns during normal driving, particularly when accelerating from a stop, navigating intersections, merging into traffic, and maintaining speed with surrounding vehicles. I am concerned that a torque converter failure resulting in the need for complete transmission replacement at approximately 101,000 miles may represent a broader safety-related defect. I am submitting this complaint to document the failure and request that NHTSA investigate whether similarly equipped Ford Edge vehicles are experiencing comparable issues.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11777001
2016 GMC CanyonOther & unknown

Stabilitrak, and Power Steering Nearly died? It hasn't it keeps happening randomly, and the mechanic cannot reproduce it. They have checked my battery, and other systems and cant tell whats wrong. Nothing prior to failure

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11777000
2022 Volkswagen TiguanElectrical system

The component that failed is my infotainment system in my 2022 WV Tiguan 4-Motion. It happened only a short while after the warranty expired. And it is available for inspection upon request. The component is completely non-functioning and it puts my safety at risk and the safety of others at risk due to the fact that my backup camera no longer works at all. The other issue is that I cannot reset my warning lights or control certain functions of my car without the infotainment system and I believe it limits my...

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ability to control lane assist and many other functions. The problem has been reproduced and confirmed by a dealer or independent service center (Niello VW on Arden Way in Sacramento, California) however, they are requiring me to pay a diagnostic fee to confirm the exact issue that caused the complete failure of the what I believe to be the F5 or 5F Module. There were no warning lamps or messages but there were intermittent symptoms such as the backup camera wouldn't work every once in a while and I often had issues with Bluetooth connectivity when trying to connect my iphone. I didn't realize that it was related to the complete failure of the infotainment system, I just thought maybe it was my phone service and since it didn't happen all the time, I just figured it was a normal occurrence.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11776999
2026 Volkswagen TiguanElectrical systemAcceleration & cruise controlEngine & cooling

on [redacted] I was driving on the [[redacted]] when my vehicle suddenly lost speed and went into neutral mode. I was on the slow lane and managed to get to the side of the road. I attempted to put the car into drive but the car seemed to be frozen. Several dashboard light led up. I turned the car on and off several times attempting to get it into drive but nothing would work. All light were still led up when the car would turn back on and it was still stuck on neutral. I was in the car with my newborn son who was...

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in the back seat crying the whole time. Since I was struck on the freeway during rush hour I wasn't able to safety get out and clam him. Evenly after about 8-10 mins and several turn on/off attempts the car finally allowed me to change gears and put it in Drive, all lights were still led up on the dashboard. I exited the freeway and had the car towed to the dealership. The tow truck took about 1 hour to arrive at which time I turned on the car and noticed all the dashboard lights were not led up anymore. This is the second time this happens. The first incident was on [redacted]. Same situation just at a busy intersection. Dealership has not been able to find anything wrong with the car even after provided details and video recordings from the second [redacted] incident. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Electrical system · Vehicle speed control · EngineNHTSA 11776998
2018 Jeep CompassElectrical system

My Jeep has developed the known factory screen delamination defect, which is causing phantom ghost inputs that repeatedly dial 911 while driving. this is an illegal misuse of emergency dispatch lines and a severe distracted driving hazard caused by defective factory hardware. I need a corporate goodwill authorization to have this repaired. I went to the local dealer and they told me they are unable to do anything which I find hard to believe

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11776997
2022 Volkswagen TiguanElectrical systemDriver assistance

The infotainment system suddenly quit working. The radio, Bluetooth for phone, back up cameras, gps, and dynamic road sign alerts are not functioning. The entire screen is black and will not light up.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Lane departure · Back over preventionNHTSA 11776995
2018 Chrysler PacificaSteering

The car routinely loses function of power steering upon start up and shifting in reverse. Intermittently, the car will lose power steering when in drive.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11776991
2019 Ford EscapeEngine & cooling

The open-deck engine design features small coolant passages between the cylinders. Over time, thermal cycling warps the block deck or compromises the head gasket, allowing pressurized coolant to leak directly into the combustion chambers (often cylinders 2 and 3). The check engine light came on. A new engine was required at 62,000 miles on the vehicle. This is a known issue but Fors has chosen not to address it.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11776990
2024 Jeep Grand CherokeeElectrical systemEngine & coolingFuel system

Vehicle suffers an intermittent loss of motive power at highway speeds (60 mph) with no dashboard warning indicators or fault codes. While merging via on-ramp onto Interstate 405 and accelerating to highway speeds as well as attempting to overtake a slower Semi-Truck, I stepped on the gas and approached 60 mph, suddenly my vehicle lurched forward and refused to go faster than 60mph. The vehicle has regenerative braking and immediately slows whenever the gas pedal is inactive, so I refused to remove my foot from...

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the gas pedal for fear that the vehicle would slow down even further with a Semi-Truck behind me and I would have no escape from rear-end collision. I attempted multiple times to 'pump' the gas pedal and get the vehicle to respond to my commands but the vehicle refused to accelerate. I attempted to switch between neutral and drive modes as well as Gas only mode (off from electric Hybrid) but the vehicle refused to respond in a normal operating condition. I was able to drive on the Interstate on the far right or 'slow' lane in order to safely make way to an exit off the Interstate. This is the 3rd time the vehicle has done this and I already took it to the dealership mechanic and they couldn't diagnose the problem and clearly they couldn't fix it because it happened again.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11776988
2026 Honda CR-VOther & unknown

Vehicle: 2026 Honda CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid Component: Visibility / Windshield Glass Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co. I am submitting this complaint regarding a windshield crack on my 2026 Honda CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid. The windshield developed a long, thin crack extending across the lower passenger-side portion of the windshield toward the edge. The crack appears to be a single, continuous fracture rather than a spiderweb pattern typically associated with a direct rock impact. I have not identified an...

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obvious rock strike, chip, or impact point that would explain the damage. I am concerned that this may be a stress-related crack or a potential defect in the windshield glass, installation, or surrounding windshield structure. I have become aware of other owner reports involving 2026 Honda CR-V vehicles experiencing windshield cracks without an apparent external impact. Some reports describe cracks originating near the windshield's black ceramic edge (frit) and extending inward. These reports raise concerns about a potentially recurring issue that warrants further investigation. My concerns include: 1. Driver visibility: A long crack across the windshield can obstruct or distract the driver's field of vision, particularly as the crack expands. 2. Potential spontaneous cracking: If the windshield is developing cracks without external impact, this could represent a recurring manufacturing, material, installation, or structural issue. 3. Vehicle safety systems: The windshield is integral to the proper positioning and operation of the Honda Sensing forward-facing camera and related driver-assistance systems. 4. Potential safety risk to other owners: If this is a recurring defect affecting 2026 CR-V vehicles, other owners may experience similar windshield failures. I am requesting that NHTSA review complaints involving windshield cracking in 2026 Honda CR-V models, particularly the Hybrid Sport Touring trim, and determine whether there is a pattern.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11776987
2022 Hyundai PalisadeTransmission & drivetrainBody, doors & structure

DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY DEFECT & RECURRING DRIVETRAIN SHUDDER CRITICAL COMPONENT DISPUTE & SAFETY RISK: This vehicle suffers from a severe, recurring drivetrain and powertrain failure causing a violent chassis shudder, mechanical binding, and rotational vibration at low and highway speeds. The binding presents an immediate, catastrophic risk of component explosion at speed, unexpected wheel lockup, or an axle snap, which threatens the physical safety of my family and surrounding traffic. REPRODUCED & CONFIRMED BY...

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DEALER/MANUFACTURER: The defect is explicitly confirmed by the manufacturer under Hyundai corporate. The vehicle has been held continuously out of service at Glenbrook Hyundai for 82+ days. Technicians verified in writing that when the driveshaft is physically removed, the severe vibration completely disappears ("TOOK DRIVESHAFT OUT AGAIN, VIBRATION GONE"), isolating a major structural rotational defect. Senior Corporate Technical Specialist "Dean" inspected the vehicle and admitted the propeller shafts have "known issues" and torque converter lockup data is "off a little bit." SYSTEMATIC COMPONENT FAILURES (3 TRANSMISSIONS): The failure is severe and uncorrectable by standard parts swaps. To fix this specific shudder, the manufacturer has systematically replaced: • Three (3) separate transmissions (consecutive internal mechanical failures of replacement units). • The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) coupling (first failed at 44,700 miles; identically failed again at 66,700 miles). • The transfer case, rear differential, front/rear axles, knuckles, and driveshafts, Tires, brakes CURRENT STATUS & INSPECTION AVAILABILITY: Because the manufacturer cannot cure the root structural or rotational cause after rebuilding the entire drivetrain, they have ceased repairs and are attempting to force delivery of an actively malfunctioning vehicle by labeling the severe chassis vibration as a "normal characteristic."

Filed Incident Power train · Structure · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11776984
2019 Jeep CherokeeTransmission & drivetrain

We had a crack in the rear passenger side differential assembly and were told it was unsafe to drive. We had it replaced for about $4500 and were denied reimbursement or financial help from Stellantis. After the repair, we were still experiencing noise issues and were later told that we need to have the drivetrain assembly replaced and were quoted around $2,000 for that work. We found from online research that both problems are related and that it is common in 2019 Jeep Cherokee Ltd. Again we were denied any assistance from Stellantis.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11776978
2022 Infiniti QX80Other & unknown

This vehicle went under recall in July of 2026 because of a GAWR Label was incorrect and stated the incorrect weight on that label. I was sent a letter from Infiniti of North America in August of 2026 and have called Infiniti numerous times to resolve the recall. Infiniti said my label was in the mail and that I would receive it in September. In October I called in to Infiniti about the recall label and they told me to setup an appointment with any dealership. The dealership advised me that Infiniti was going...

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to mail labels directly to consumers. Infiniti has misinformed me about the label and keeps giving me misinformation regarding my recall. I cannot get any straightforward paths of resolution with Infiniti of North America and my car has been impacted by recall since July 18, 2026. Infiniti of North America has failed to provide the GAWR label that was supposed to be mailed to me in September.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11776973
2016 Lincoln MKXSteering

There is a known safety recall with the make year and model of my vehicle. (Recall :19S26) Lincoln dealer and Lincoln customer relations claim this recall was taken care of and closed out in 2019. I have been loosing power steering while driving occasionally ever since purchasing the vehicle in 2021 and is happening a lot more frequently now which is why I decided to look into having it repaired and was made aware of the recall while doing research. It is clear the recall was not addressed properly the first time...

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and Lincoln Ford is refusing to assist me with the safety concern related to this recall. There has not been an accident yet but I am trying to avoid one from happening but Ford will not address this known safety recall on my vehicle because they claim it was already addressed.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11776964
2016 Ram 1500Engine & coolingFuel system

The vehicle suffered a sudden crank, no-start condition due to a low fuel rail pressure reading of 34.6 Bar (well below the required cranking threshold) and a blown fuel pump motor fuse. Upon initial roadside inspection, heavy metallic glitter and shavings were documented via timestamped video inside the fuel filter housing. This vehicle had the Z46 High-Pressure Fuel Pump Safety Recall (NHTSA Campaign 22V406000) performed 8 months ago. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership. The dealership has since...

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pulled the fuel filter housing and is claiming that the system is currently clean and working as designed. However, because I have undeniable, timestamped media evidence of severe metal contamination inside the fuel loop at the exact moment of failure, I am filing this complaint because a federally mandated safety recall component has failed, and the current dealership diagnostics are contradicting the physical evidence of the breakdown.

Filed Incident Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11776960
2021 Aston Martin DBXAcceleration & cruise controlBrakesEngine & cooling

My 2021 DBX has an intermittent driveability and safety-related problem involving uncommanded positive engine torque while braking. While lightly braking (with my right foot,as always) the transmission downshifts as expected, but simultaneously the engine noise and RPM increase, and it develops substantial positive torque, requiring significantly increased force on the brake pedal to continue decelerating. Three such events occurred between April and July 2026. The most recent occurrence was on July 2 while...

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lightly braking from about 35 mph on a slight downgrade. The transmission downshifted normally, but simultaneously the engine sound and RPM increased audibly, and it unexpectedly began producing substantial forward propulsion despite continued application of the brakes. Significant additional brake force was necessary to overcome the engine torque and prevent acceleration. It was quite noticeable not only to me but also to my passenger (my wife, a mechanical engineer). The condition persisted for at least 5 seconds before subsiding and allowing us to drive the final 2 miles to get home. No warning messages appeared on the dash. The first event was in April, on a highway at 65 mph and braking gently to move right into slower lane. My wife was onboard and took notice. This was not as obvious as the most recent event. The second event was in May or June, when I was driving alone, pulling forward into a parking space and slowing from no more than 10 mph. There have been no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to any of these events. All events occurred in GT drive mode, with the engine fully warmed up, in fair weather. The vehicle has been at an authorized Aston Martin dealership since July 16, 2026. The dealer, assisted by Aston Martin Technical Assistance, conducted diagnostic testing and road tests but was unable to reproduce the reported condition or identify its cause. No repairs have been made.

Filed Incident Vehicle speed control · Service brakes · EngineNHTSA 11776957
2019 Hyundai Santa FETransmission & drivetrainAcceleration & cruise controlEngine & cooling

Engine ceased, while in motion involving my Family 2019 hyundai Santa Fe. This involves the purchase Dealership Palmer's Hyundai in Mobile, Alabama the Refusal to repair Dealership of, Eastern Shore Hyundai in Daphne, Alabama and Hyundai Motor America. They are full aware of d problem with the engines in their vehicles. I representative of mine from USAA auto insurance discuss the problem with them as an advocate for me. Oh, so the manager at caliber collision who suggested that it immediately go to the Hyundai...

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dealership for immediate repair. After they read the codes, seemed to be ignored by the three listed entities above. My concern is to have this vehicle brought back replaced or repair. They have absolutely no concern at Eastern Shore Hyundai, other than making me do footwork, walking back and forth and not getting any concrete answers. I i am a United States veteran and has been treated as if I am without any integrity or dignity by these 3 organizations involving this well-known. Nationaling loan problem that i've been trying to deal with for quite some time involving the engines in my Hyundai vehicle. Please refer me to the proper agencies referred this information to the proper agencies for some type of action from the involved, businesses and corporation.

Filed Incident Power train · Vehicle speed control · EngineNHTSA 11776956

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