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3,650 complaints filed by owners in the last 30 days. Newest first, as NHTSA publishes them.

2026 Honda CR-VOther & unknown

Vehicle: 2026 Honda CR-V FHEV VIN: [[redacted]] Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Description of Safety Concern I am reporting a recurring center display/navigation malfunction in my 2026 Honda CR-V FHEV. While driving, the center display sometimes goes completely blank. When the display returns, it may remain frozen and unusable. This prevents me from reliably accessing the navigation system while driving and creates a potentially hazardous distraction when navigation is needed. The problem has not been...

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resolved by the dealership. The dealer replaced the display under Repair Order No. [redacted], but the replacement did not correct the issue. I also experienced the same problem in a Honda CR-V Hybrid loaner vehicle with a different trim. My Honda customer relations case number is [redacted]. On [redacted], Honda contacted me and stated that this is a known issue and that Honda is working on a solution. However, Honda did not provide a completion date and stated that it did not plan to offer compensation while it was working on the problem. I am concerned that this malfunction may affect other vehicles of the same or related models. I request that NHTSA record this complaint and evaluate whether the recurring display failure presents a safety-related defect requiring further investigation. I can provide the repair order, Honda correspondence, and additional details about the incidents upon request. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11772318
2021 GMC Sierra 1500Transmission & drivetrainEngine & coolingFuel system

My 2021 GMC 1500 Sierra has the 6.2L motor that has significant known issues with catastrophic engine failure involving the camshaft and lifters. The engine in my truck has suffered the same failure but for some reason my VIN is not included in the recall of nearly 600,000 GMC trucks. I called GMC Customer Service and was told bluntly the recall was VIN specific and I would have to bear the 14,000 dollar repair. This is unacceptable since GMC is under federal investigation for knowingly and negligently manufacturing a flawed motor.

Filed Incident Power train · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11772316
2015 Cadillac CTSBrakes

Component Affected: SERVICE BRAKES Description of Safety Defect & Incidents: Experienced a recurring, systemic mechanical failure within its camshaft-driven brake vacuum assist system, creating an imminent crash hazard on public roadways. On two separate occasions while traveling at operational roadway speeds trying to slow down for an interchange, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic loss of power brake assistance. The brake pedal instantly became completely rigid, hard pedal, requiring maximum physical...

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exertion to slow the vehicle and drastically extending the emergency stopping distance.Repair History & Manufacturer Involvement: The primary brake vacuum pump was initially replaced by an authorized Cadillac dealership in July 2023. Following that service, the "Brake Assist" warning lamp remained persistently illuminated. I called the dealership to ask how I can reset the warning and no one called me back, so I just lived with it. After driving only approximately 5,000 miles over 3 years, the system completely failed again, causing the second aforementioned on-road moving brake failures.The vehicle was towed back to the authorized Cadillac dealership on June 29, 2026, and has remained continuously out of service in their possession for nearly four months (113+ days) as of late October 2026. Dealership technicians have hit a diagnostic wall. They have repeatedly replaced parts, brake vacuum pump, vacuum sensor hose, brake booster twice during this single visit, and the brake master cylinder. Despite these component replacements, diagnostic fault codes remain active, check engine and brake warning lights remain illuminated, and power braking function cannot be reliably restored.The failure is so severe that the dealership has opened two concurrent General Motors Technical Assistance Center (TAC) cases, and a corporate GM Field Engineer was deployed to inspect the car, which recommended to replace master cylinder on 09/22/2026, no contact since, no loaner.

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11772315
2023 Hyundai PalisadeSteeringEngine & cooling

My vehicle is experiencing sudden, unprovoked engine stalling specifically during turns [Specify: e.g., when turning right from a complete stop / while coasting through a left turn at 15 mph]. When the engine stalls mid-turn, the vehicle immediately loses all power steering and braking assist. This creates an incredibly dangerous situation where the vehicle becomes nearly impossible to steer or stop, placing myself, my passengers, and other drivers at imminent risk of a catastrophic collision. The vehicle experienced a stall while executing the sharp right turn onto the [[redacted]] exit.. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Steering · Unknown or other · EngineNHTSA 11772314
2018 Chrysler PacificaOther & unknownCrash

On the morning of October 18, 2026 my daughter an I were driving home from a trip. 10 minutes after we left a friend's house the hood of the van flew open and smashed the windshield. An "hood open" indicator light never came on. I had no reason to believe the hood was not secure. So the indicator light, primary latch and safty latch all failed. This could have been a lot worse if we were on the highway already. Luckily, we were on a backroad where I had room to regain control of the van and stop with no other...

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cars around. We were able to walk away with minor injuries. I just don't want this to happen to someone else. Someone could get seriously hurt. It was probably one of the scariest things I have had happen in my life.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11772313
2026 Honda CR-VSteering

It's been just 4 months I bought honda crv hybrid 2026 and just 1800 miles , I have a sticky steering . 1 months ago I had same problem and nearly had accident in highway. I went to honda service they changed whole rack but after a months it's started again. Whenever I don't use brake hold button it's works well but if I use and even after disengage of brake hold button steering so heavy and sticky and because of that today also I had near accident .

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11772312
2022 Jeep Grand CherokeeTransmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling

[Incident Description & System Failure] On [redacted], at approximately 30,340 miles, hybrid propulsion and charging system completely failed while the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle suffered a sudden "Loss of Motive Power" and stalled completely on a public road. The vehicle was towed immediately and is currently inspection upon request. [Safety Risks Experienced] The vehicle suffered a catastrophic power failure and stalled suddenly in the middle of a public road. This created an immediate hazard for a...

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severe rear-end collision. Furthermore, according to the manufacturer's official Safety Recall 68C (NHTSA 25V-741), this specific battery pack poses an unmitigated vehicle fire risk, threatened by both traffic hazards and potential thermal runaway. [Dealer Confirmation & Inspection Status] The defect has been officially reproduced, confirmed, and documented by an authorized dealer. Following the sudden stall, the vehicle was towed to McPeeks CDJR of [[redacted]] on [redacted] (Repair Order #[redacted]). The service advisor and technicians confirmed the failure, noting the active check engine light and red battery light. The vehicle is currently under inspection and storage at the dealership, as the manufacturer's technicians have been unable to remedy this recurring. [Prior Warning Lamps, Messages & Symptoms] At the same time the engine stalled on [redacted], the dashboard illuminated a red battery warning light and a check engine light, by a system message: "Service Charging System. The vehicle had a long history of chronic hybrid system symptoms and was previously brought to the dealer for multiple official safety recalls regarding the high-voltage battery (95B in Dec 2024, 73C in [redacted], and 68C in [redacted]). The manufacturer issued a Warranty Extension Letter (Program XU1) for this defective battery pack. Despite all prior software flashes and recall "remedies" performed by the dealer, the system completely failed, proving the defect is incurable. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11772311
2016 Jeep CherokeeSteeringTransmission & drivetrainElectrical system

1. Start/stop light always comes on since I purchased the vehicle in 2024 2. Svc 4wd light is always on within the past several months 3. Vehicle System Report indicates 10 items needs attention including the DTCM 4. Receiving error code C1494 for PTU Symptoms: A. Vibrating floor bed at left drivers side foot B. Slipping and sliding in the rear tires. The VIN has been excluded from all safety recalls, but I am experiencing a severe failure of the AWD/4WD. The dealership that I bought it from will not assist me in paying because my car was excluded. I have all the signs of a failed PTU.

Filed Incident Steering · Power train · Electrical systemNHTSA 11772310
2023 Mazda CX-5LightsBrakesVisibility & wipers

Windshield formed a crack after 3 years without any debris hitting it. Headlight leveling motor malfunction after 1 year. Brake caliper failure after 3 years.

Filed Incident Exterior lighting · Service brakes · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11772309
2024 Genesis GV70Driver assistance

On October 19, 2026 at approximately 8:40 AM, I was behind a Lexus SUV at a stop sign and I went to put on my eyeglasses. When I released the brake to accelerate forward the car stopped and put on the emergency brakes twice before I could finally accelerate. The car released an alarming alert on the dashboard saying "emergency braking." This was dangerous considering there was a car directly behind me and I had my 20 month old in a car seat on the back seat.

Filed Incident Forward collision avoidanceNHTSA 11772308
2025 Jeep Grand CherokeeTransmission & drivetrain

The vehicle experiences severe drivetrain binding, mechanical clunking, and erratic 4WD electronic timing failure while operating at normal driving speeds. During acceleration (27-28 mph, transitioning from D4 to D5 gear), the automatic 4WD transfer case / front axle disengages abruptly under load, causing an audible mechanical clunk and drive-line shock. During deceleration (31 mph down to 15 mph, downshifting from D6 to D4 gear), the 4WD system forces a re-engagement of the front axle, creating a heavy...

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binding shock and severe mechanical clunk. This uncommanded electronic engagement and disengagement failure creates vehicle hesitation, drivetrain binding, and a potential loss-of-control hazard while driving. The issue is available for inspection and has been documented on video.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11772307
2026 Volvo EX30Driver assistance

I am reporting an unexpected automatic emergency-braking event involving my 2026 Volvo EX30. On [redacted], I was driving uphill on [[redacted]] near [[redacted]]. The street was narrow because of parked cars on both sides, and a black SUV was approaching downhill in the opposite direction. I deliberately slowed down and was proceeding cautiously as the two vehicles passed each other. The EX30 suddenly applied the brakes very hard on its own and gave a loud collision/braking warning. The braking lasted only a...

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moment, but the entire car jerked abruptly. There did not appear to be an imminent collision, and I was already slowing and driving cautiously. I am concerned that an unexpected hard-braking intervention like this could create a safety hazard, particularly at higher speeds or if another vehicle were following closely behind. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Forward collision avoidanceNHTSA 11772306
2025 Nissan PathfinderElectrical systemBrakesDriver assistanceCrash2 injuries

On july 18 2026, I was stand still on South bound Tampa ave and Norfhoff, city of northridge CA .When suddenly car it accelerated from "AUTO HOLD" I push my service brake but dont response, and unfortunately rear end then car front on me, after the collision the car going in reverse in accelerated way finally stop and the car, and remained accelerated for couple minutes. My safety was in risk, and for family and other drivers, will be bad accident i I was in crosswalk, trust in AUTO HOLD SYSTEM. NISSAN CORPORATION...

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send a inspector to the dealer but they confirm is not evidence of a product problem, failure, or malfuction. prior the accident other lights was ON and dealer fixed for example when car is closed to hit something and stop, show 2 times and fixed .

Filed Incident Electrical system · Service brakes · Forward collision avoidanceNHTSA 11772304
2024 Ford BroncoTransmission & drivetrain

I have a 2024 ford bronco 2.3 with a manual transmission 13256 miles .This Saturday we left early in the morning to go to flagstaff. We got on the freeway about to 60 and go in to 6th gear pushed clutch in and it stuck to the floor tryed pull it up and did come back up had a horrible smell and than stop moving could not put in gear and coated off the freeway shut car off let it sit for 5 minutes and started back up put in first gear did not move called road side and was told I could get it towed to the dealership...

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and if it covered under warranty they reimburse me for the tow . I said so your leaving us stranded on the freeway with a car thet should be towed in under worenty this is not safe . 1.5 hours later the tow guy came and was towed to the [[redacted]] ford which I had [[redacted]] as my service writer she asked if maby we left the emergency brake on because of the smell than said there is an open recall that need repaired well I like to get the [[redacted]] to move forward or revers told her the clutch pedal went to the floor and did not come back up and in my experience the hydraulic system in the clutch went out and may have wiped out the clutch I let her know we have 3 cars at home thet are all manual transmission all v8 fro 5000 miles to 105 and never have I had a clutch problem but she had to get the well this is a were and tair idem and you may have to pay for the repair this is the problem shit product and you say it's bumpers to bumper but they want to charg you any way they can my advice stop bying fords I know this will be are last one ever what a horrible experance and not a peace of mind at all also like all their adversaries say built solid like a rock them should say if you hit a rock your worinty is void INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11772303
2017 Dodge JourneyDriver assistance

The backup camera on my 2017 dodge journey is displaying the image upside down. At times, it shows vertical lines, flickers or doesn't turn on at all.

Filed Incident Back over preventionNHTSA 11772302
2026 Kia Carnival HybridTransmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling

While I was driving, the car's engine shut off, and I could no longer accelerate. The car went into neutral and the brakes felt harder to press; the steering wheel did, too. Luckily, it happened after I turned into a mall parking lot. Since the car came to a stop and I couldn't accelerate, I turned it off and back on. Then I parked the car and turned it off. After 30 mins I started the car again and drove back home. The instrument cluster showed all types of warnings and failures when the issue happened. Since I...

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panicked when it happened, I did not think about taking photos. Tomorrow I plan on taking the car to the dealer. This is a new car, driven only around 3500 miles. I am afraid this will happen again, and in a worse situation, like on the freeway.

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11772300
2020 Kia SoulEngine & cooling

The car stalled at red light. After a few minutes cranked back up.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11772298
2015 Lincoln MKZ HevOther & unknown

The recall states "the rear view camera could display a blank or distorted image on the center display screen when the vehicle is in reverse." So far this has not happened. My complaint is that in a year's time Lincoln has failed to contact me as the vehicle's owner to resolve this recall.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11772297
2025 Subaru CrosstrekElectrical systemEngine & cooling

Intermittently, while trying to start the car, the alarm sounds, lights turn on, message says "engine disabled" and car cannot be started. Has occurred every few months: December 2025, March 2026, July 2026. Subaru company claims there is no problem, however, there is a malfunction that it has refused to try to diagnose. The company claims the car was not driven enough, or maybe the key fob was left in the car, or the phone was too close to the start button, or etc...........I do have a video of one incident but do not know how to upload it.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Unknown or other · EngineNHTSA 11772296
2023 Nissan PathfinderBrakes

2023 Nissan Pathfinder. Rear brake pads are wearing at a premature and excessive rate: replaced by the dealer approximately April 2026; on October 19, 2026, at approximately 30,172 miles, they measured 6 mm remaining while the front pads measured 8 mm. Rear pads wearing faster than front pads is atypical. Earlier dealer measurements were inconsistent (reported as 2 mm, then 6 mm, then 2 mm on different visits). The dealer could not explain whether this wear rate is normal or identify a mechanical cause. This...

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matches a documented pattern of premature rear brake wear on 2022-2023 Pathfinders (multiple NHTSA complaints; proposed class action Iwan v. Nissan North America, No. 3:25-cv-01183, M.D. Tenn.). Concern: accelerated, unexplained rear brake degradation reduces stopping ability and may leave drivers unaware of how little pad remains.

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11772295

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