The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the 4WD warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with PTU failure. The approximate failure mileage was 111,000.
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The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that while driving, there was oil leaking from the engine nearby the exhaust. The contact became aware of the oil on the driveway. The contact raised the hood and smelled an oil odor. The contact associated the failure with Technical Service Bulletin: 21-26-02. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the oil inlet pipe was replaced. The part was cleaned, but no additional assistance was provided. The contact notified the dealer of the TSB. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that no additional assistance would be provided. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.
There have been several issues that cause safety concerns with my 2018 Ford Escape 1.5L Ecoboost. The two most concerning are the headlights and engine failure. Since I drove this vehicle off the lot in 2023 I have had to replace the headlights every 4 to 6 months. I recently learned it is do to an electrical issue and the most recent occurrence caused a small fire under the hood of my vehicle. Sometimes both lights would go out at once without warning. This issue has been reported by numerous consumers and Ford...
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has done nothing. Regarding the engine failure, a coolant leak was reported by two mechanics but the source of the leak couldn't be identified. It was only discovered it was internal when my vehicle just stopped while pulling forward in a drive through. Luckily it wasn't on the highway but if it had been it could've caused an accident, at 70 mph, that likely would've resulted in minor injuries for not only me but other drivers. Ford has been made aware of this issue by owners of 2013-2019 Ford Escape Ecoboost vehicles but still hasn't issued a recall. Ford refuses to do anything about this and has instructed its customer support team to tell consumers they "can't" (won't) do anything outside of warranty. This issue often occurs outside of warranty. Ford still hasn't issued a recall despite numerous lawsuits for this exact problem. All customers can do is file a complaint. There are thousands of these vehicles on the road and if Ford continues to do nothing this could eventually lead to fatalities due to vehicle collisions. Someone needs to do something if Ford won't. Engine failure 10/20/26; electrical fire September 2026; lighting failure 2023-2026. The fact someone was fine selling this vehicle, despite consumer reports, is appalling.
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message "Service 4WD" was displayed with an audible alarm and an abnormal whirling sound coming from the transmission. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic and was diagnosed with PTU failure. The vehicle was later taken to the local dealer who confirmed the PTU failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V290000 (POWER TRAIN). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 21,000.
The vehicle shut off in the middle of the road while driving without warning. To get it restarted, we needed to activate with remote start on key fob several times before it would allow us to restart. The vehicle also did the same behavior 3 more times in a parking lot where it would immediately halt and shut off while the vehicle was in motion. We have today reported to the dealer and will be transporting the car there today.
FACT: Complete failure by selling dealer Jeff Wyler Hyundai Colerain to perform manufacturer-mandated Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) under R.C. 4517.53 prior to delivery on July 20, 2026. Consequently, high-voltage hybrid computer updates, safety modules, Hybrid Control Unit (HCU), Battery Management System (BMS), and AWD actuators were never verified for road readiness. Dealer also failed to lower tires from 47 PSI shipping pressure to 36 PSI operating pressure. Operating this vehicle with unconfigured hybrid...
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modules and tires over-inflated to 47 PSI (found around 8/12) caused severe, structural drivetrain vibrations during the first 1,100 miles (9/3). RoadForce balancer identified one bad tire (9/10) which was replaced. However, we suspect the remaining 3 tires are compromised with internal belt micro-tears as balancers cannot replicate highway speed/heat. Vibration remained after tire replacement. Further diagnostics found the propeller shaft assy was bad so it was replaced (9/21). Vibration is still unresolved; technicians are currently on track to inspect the AWD coupler. FACT: When confronted, selling dealer's General Counsel formally denied liability (9/29), pointing to a service record executed by our local facility two months post-sale (at 1,570 miles) as satisfying their PDI requirement. Selling dealer then telephoned our local service manager (9/30) asking why they had not "claimed" the PDI with corporate. This inquiry proves selling dealer was entirely ignorant of manufacturer protocols requiring a PDI to be executed and claimed within 300 miles or prior to sale. SUSPECTED DOCUMENT MANIPULATION: On state Form BMV 4740, dealer checked "Gas/Diesel" instead of "Hybrid." We believe this was done to evade the R.C. 4503.10(C) hybrid fee and bypass Hybrid safety flags. Dealer had us initial the box, violating Ohio CSPA R.C. 1345.01 and exposing us to an R.C. 2913.42 records tampering fallout.
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the rear-view camera froze and occasionally glitched. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact associated the failure with Technical Service Bulletin: PIT6369B. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
I was driving approximately 35 mph when a chime sounded and the DIC flashed "Service Advancetrak" and "service power steering NOW" I immediately parked the vehicle and called for roadside assistance and had it towed. Upon placing the service request with AAA I was informed that my vehicle was subject to an active recall involving the electric steering.
I had driven about 30 minutes on the Interstate at highway speeds and had just exited the Interstate and the truck made a horrible noise, shut off, and the transmission threw itself into park at about 10 mph. At this time, the engine did not want to restart, but did eventually and I had a check engine light on, but I was able to move the truck out of the intersection so that I could be towed to the dealership. Prior to the incident, there were no check engine lights and the vehicle had only been serviced at a GMC...
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dealership. I was very uncomfortable with the way the truck stopped and slammed into park. I am happy that no one was behind me, but it could have been bad. The vehicle has not been inspected yet to my knowledge.
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the engine seized. The contact became aware of a strong fuel odor coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was diagnosed with a fractured intake fuel supply line. The contact was informed that the intake fuel supply line needed to be replaced. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V114000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in...
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the recall. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
airbag light came on in vehicle in Dec 2025. Took vehicle to local Acura dealer for service. they said a new airbag module part (77810-TX4-A40ZA) is needed. Been waiting 11 months for the part and only get no eta from corporate and the dealer. the vehicle is unsafe to drive without the part and we are left stranded with no vehicle to drive.
I have been trying to schedule an appointment to fix the trailer lighting recall for over six months. The dealership tells me the parts are on back order even though I know people are getting this fixed at other dealerships.
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V099000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the engine was not replaced under the recall. While the contact's wife was driving 10 MPH, the vehicle started sputtering. The vehicle later lost motive power while the contact was driving. Upon inspection, the contact discovered there was no engine oil inside the engine. The vehicle was taken to O'Reilly's and diagnosed with a cylinder #3...
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misfire. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who performed an oil change, but after 3,000 miles there was no oil in the engine. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer several times for oil consumption tests, and the spark plugs were replaced; however, the contact was informed that the engine could not be replaced under recall because the engine oil level was full at inspection. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000.
* The Sun Visor on both the driver and passenger sides of my 2019 Ram 1500 failed. The holder weakens and allows the visor to drop unexpectedly, which blocks your view while driving. * When I was driving, the sun visor had popped out of the ceiling, dropped into my view of the traffic, and bounced around my hands and the steering wheel. There is an electrical wire in the sun visor that causes the sun visor to dangle, spin, and bounce around until you can grab it. * The problem has been reproduced. There are...
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dozens of videos on YouTube ([[redacted]]) and widespread industry of after-market repair parts, such as this one on Amazon ([[redacted]]). * No one inspected my truck. I did not go to a repair shop to pay mechanic fees when I was able to use the after-market product to fix it cheaply. Online forums indicate that a Ram dealer will offer to replace the entire sun visor for $150 while I was able to repair both visors for $30. * There were no warning signs. The sun visor simply falls out of the ceiling. There are no warning lights for the sun visor. The truck is a 2019 model with 45,834 miles. The passenger side visor fell out in 2024 and the driver's side fell out in Sept. of 2026. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
While driving, the truck can suddenly lose power steering and traction control without warning. When this occurs, steering becomes extremely difficult and creates a significant safety risk, particularly at higher speeds or when turning. Restarting the vehicle will sometimes restore power steering, but the problem can persist after restarting. Because the failure is unpredictable and can occur at any time while driving, I am concerned that it could result in loss of vehicle control or a crash.
Difficulty switching from park to drive or reverse. then from reverse to drive
Unsafe to drive. PTU failure had it towed to the dealership and I can't afford the repair. They want me to drive it home anyway.
While trailering the camper under normal road conditions, the front of the camper started to separate from the frame of the trailer. After a trip to [[redacted]] last summer(2025), I noticed that the bottom front trim and caulking was separating from the camper wall above. I re-caulked the area, thinking it was just a failed caulk seal. This fall, I noticed that the caulk was again cracked. When we took it to [redacted] Airstream Adventures([redacted]) for maintenance this fall, they told us of the structural...
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damage and sent us a video that showed the problem. The walls and floor or the camper do not appear to be adequately attached to the frame of the trailer. The failure of the attachment to the trailer could lead to detachment while under way. I did an internet search and found that this defect is not unique, in 2 other posts on the Facebook Basecamp Forum, others had experienced the same problem. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The vehicle has approximately 40,000 miles. The thermostat and/or coolant temperature sensor malfunctioned, causing the warning message "Steering Assist Is Reduced, Drive With Care" to appear. This condition raises a safety concern because the malfunction affects or appears to affect the vehicle's steering-assist system and could make the vehicle more difficult to safely control. I believe this issue warrants investigation by NHTSA and consideration for a safety recall.
Vehicle failed to start and a jump is required to start the vehicle for the first time on 10/6/2026. This has now happened numerous times and at times when the vehicle's power train batteries are charged. An small portable charging device has been purchased to jump the vehicle which eliminates the need to call for roadside assistance. Roadside assistance has take over 2 hour to response. An error on the dash indicated the 12 Volt battery has lost charge. There is a red circle message displayed on the dash. The vehicle was taken to Batteries Plus and a battery and alternator test. No problems were noted. The vehicle is scheduled for a dealer inspection on 10/22/2026.