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3,630 complaints filed by owners in the last 30 days. Newest first, as NHTSA publishes them.

2022 Ford BroncoFuel system

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). Upon contacting the dealer and the manufacturer recently, the contact was informed that the recall repair was previously completed. The contact stated that the vehicle was never serviced for the recall, and the failure remained present, causing the vehicle to lose power and to stall while driving. The failure mileage was 8,000.

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 11771658
2015 Ford ExplorerDriver assistance

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a distorted image. The failure was persistent. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

Filed Incident Back over preventionNHTSA 11771657
2022 Infiniti QX50Engine & cooling

I am writing to request NHTSA's assistance and guidance regarding an unresolved safety recall affecting my 2022 Infiniti QX50, VIN [[redacted]]. I imported this vehicle from the United States to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in 2023. The vehicle remains in Abu Dhabi and is awaiting shipment back to the United States. I was evacuated from the UAE, and my employer has not permitted me to return. As a result, I am unable to take the vehicle to a U.S. Infiniti or Nissan dealership to have the recall inspected and...

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remedied. Before arranging shipment, the shipping company informed me that it will not proceed while the recall remains open unless I provide additional documentation showing that the recall has been resolved. I contacted Infiniti and Nissan dealerships in the UAE and the wider Middle East to ask whether they could inspect the vehicle and complete the applicable recall remedy. I was advised that these dealerships do not inspect or perform recall repairs on U.S.-specification vehicles that have been imported into the region. This has left me in a difficult position: the vehicle cannot be shipped unless I provide documentation that the recall has been addressed, yet the local dealerships I contacted have indicated that they will not provide the inspection or remedy because the vehicle is a U.S.-specification import. I respectfully request NHTSA's assistance in identifying an appropriate path forward. Specifically, I would appreciate guidance on whether the manufacturer can provide an authorized remedy, written confirmation of the recall status and available remedy, or other official documentation that may help the shipping company determine whether shipment can proceed. If NHTSA cannot issue a statement confirming that the recall cannot be remedied in the UAE or Middle East, I would appreciate referral to the appropriate manufacturer contact or agency resource that can address this situation. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11771654
2019 GMC Sierra 1500Engine & cooling

Vehicle started running very rough & displaying error codes for "steering assist is reduced", "service parking brake", and "service esc". While driving vehicle it would accelerate & deccelrate on its own. Limped the truck to our local reputable mechanic who ran tests & determined it as an issue with the lifters. It is known gm is currently having issues with the 6.2L v8 engines. Clearly this issue is wider spread than the current few years they are admitting to. We are having to have a new engine installed at our expense.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11771653
2018 Ram 2500Brakes

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to provide a remedy for the recall.

Filed Incident Service brakes, hydraulicNHTSA 11771651
2017 Ram 1500Steering

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the electronic steering system began to fail, exhibiting a severe grinding noise, and the steering wheel was extremely stiff and difficult to turn. The contact steered the vehicle to the side of the road safely. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a complete failure of the steering rack and pinion assembly. Both the manufacturer and the dealer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was scheduled for repair by the independent mechanic. The failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11771649
2023 Ford BroncoOther & unknown

Infotainment screen went entirely black, causing a driver distraction and making vehicle features inaccessible. Rear camera works. Identical to current APIM overheating recall. Carson city ford has been unable to diagnose issue claiming software glitch or corruption. Dealer asking for out of pocket cost to "repair" with no resolution 4 days later while vehicle has been at dealer. This is a manufacturing issue causing consumer safety liability. Ford is responsible for cost and repair.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11771645
2023 Jeep Grand CherokeeSuspension

I received a letter that there was a recall on my vehicle. The letter also stated there was no remedy and that all cars may not be effected. I took my car to the dealership and had it checked out and learned one of the rear coil springs is indeed bowed out and not particularly safe to drive.

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 11771644
2011 Nissan AltimaSteeringAirbagsElectrical system

The contact's granddaughter owns a 2011 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while a granddaughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction, followed by an abnormal sound while turning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where diagnosis revealed rack and pinion, power steering pressure sensor, and steering gearbox failures, requiring replacement. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air...

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bag warning light illuminated, the horn failed to function as intended, and power steering fluid was leaking. The vehicle was taken to an alternate independent mechanic, where diagnosis confirmed a broken air bag clock spring damaged during the initial repair. The vehicle was returned to the initial independent mechanic, who stated the replacement rack and pinion was defective. The rack and pinion and horn were replaced, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The failure mileage was approximately 161,059.

Filed Incident Steering · Air bags · Electrical systemNHTSA 11771643
2019 Hyundai KonaEngine & cooling

While driving my 2019 Hyundai Kona with the 2.0L engine, the engine suddenly began making a loud knocking sound. Immediately after exiting the highway onto a main street, the vehicle stalled in active traffic, causing a sudden loss of motive power and creating a significant safety hazard. The first Hyundai dealership documented an engine knock and reported diagnostic trouble codes P0011, P0014, P0017, and P0366, involving camshaft timing and correlation. I was subsequently informed that the engine had suffered a...

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catastrophic internal failure. A second Hyundai dealership later diagnosed a connecting-rod bearing failure affecting Cylinder 2. My vehicle is covered by Hyundai Recall 203, which concerns defective piston oil rings that can lead to abnormal oil consumption, engine damage, and potentially engine stalling. The vehicle previously passed Hyundai's recall inspection/software procedure, but the engine has now experienced a catastrophic mechanical failure involving knocking and sudden stalling while driving. Hyundai has declined to replace the engine under the recall and has attributed the failure to an out-of-warranty maintenance/oil-related issue. I am also concerned about the reliability of the diagnostic process: the first dealership initially told me that a compression test had been performed and supported its conclusion about the engine failure, but later confirmed that no compression test had actually been performed. I am concerned that the prior recall remedy or inspection did not adequately identify or prevent the defect, and that an affected vehicle was allowed to remain in service until it suffered sudden engine failure and loss of motive power in traffic. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate whether this failure is related to Recall 203 and whether the recall remedy adequately protects owners whose vehicles initially passed the inspection but later experience engine damage, knocking, or stalling.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11771642
2020 Ford ExplorerSeats & seat belts

Safety recall 26S52 / 26V451 for the 2020 Ford Explorer. The passenger side second row seat will collapse while driving. It has been an ongoing issue for months. There is no part remedy at this time. I have asked to get this taken care of as I transport kids daily and just avoiding the seat is not feasible at all times. They state they hope you have this handle by September, they have no pushed it back till January 2027.

Filed Incident SeatsNHTSA 11771641
2025 Tesla Cybertruck (all Variants)Visibility & wipers

Subject: Vehicle Safety Complaint - Tesla Cybertruck Unexpected Movement While Full Self-Driving Was Engaged** I am submitting this complaint regarding an accident involving my Tesla Cybertruck and the vehicle's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system. On [redacted] at approximately 6:10 p.m. in [[redacted]], I was traveling westbound on [[redacted]]. I came to a complete stop at a red traffic signal at the intersection of [[redacted]] and [[redacted]]. Full Self-Driving was engaged and operating the vehicle at the time. ...

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After the Cybertruck had remained completely stopped at the red light for approximately 10-15 seconds, it suddenly began moving forward without any intentional acceleration or other input from me. The vehicle struck the vehicle stopped directly in front of it and then came to a stop. I am reporting this incident because the vehicle moved unexpectedly while FSD was engaged and the vehicle was already stopped at a red light. This behavior created a collision and may present a safety risk to occupants, pedestrians, and other road users. I have photographs of the vehicles and the accident scene. I am also preserving the relevant vehicle camera footage and other evidence associated with the incident. Tesla has been asked to document the event, review the vehicle's logs, FSD data, and camera footage, and preserve all relevant information. I request that NHTSA investigate this incident and determine whether it may indicate a defect or safety issue involving Tesla's FSD system, vehicle controls, or related software. I also intend to have the vehicle inspected by Tesla to identify any damage or safety-related issues resulting from the collision. Thank you INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11771640
2022 Toyota CorollaAcceleration & cruise controlCrash

Was backing up trying to park vehicle and suddenly vehicle accelerated forward on his own causing an accident (hit a pole). Smoke started coming out of the hood.

Filed Incident Vehicle speed control · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11771638
2015 Ford EscapeDriver assistance

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon shifting into Reverse (R), the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a blank or distorted image intermittently. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to complete the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer was contacted on several occasions, but confirmed that the parts were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to provide a recall remedy. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Filed Incident Back over preventionNHTSA 11771635
2005 Dodge Ram 1500AirbagsCrash2 injuries

My vehicle was involved in a severe frontal collision where I T-boned another vehicle that failed to yield the right-of-way while I was traveling at approximately 30 mph. The impact caused significant structural front-end damage to my truck. Despite a direct frontal collision at a clear deployment speed threshold (30 mph), the airbags completely failed to deploy. This vehicle's airbag system was previously repaired under an official manufacturer safety recall. The remedy was completed by an authorized dealership...

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several years ago. The replacement components installed during that recall service failed to function as intended during this qualifying crash event, pointing to a critical remedy failure or long-term component degradation. Prior to the collision, the vehicle's onboard diagnostic system indicated the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) was fully operational. The dashboard airbag warning light performed its normal self-check bulb illumination for a few seconds upon vehicle startup and turned off completely while driving. No active fault lights or SRS warning indicators were present to alert me to a system malfunction. As a direct result of the airbag non-deployment, I was unconscious for a few seconds and in cognitive decline for several minutes. I have bruising, neck, knee and hip strain and the only restraint was the seat belts. The vehicle sustained severe front-end damage and was towed to Anytime Towing and was released to Farmers Insurance who has yet to disclose my vehicle location. I am requesting a formal safety investigation into this recall remedy failure. The onboard diagnostic system failed to detect a critical system vulnerability, and a previously remedied safety component failed to protect occupants during a direct 30 mph collision.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 11771634
2015 Hyundai Santa FEEngine & cooling

While driving home at approximately 60 mph in our 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe, the engine suddenly shut off without warning. We were able to carefully maneuver the vehicle to the side of the road, but the vehicle would not turn over or restart. We were traveling with our young children at the time, and this sudden engine failure created an extremely dangerous situation that could have resulted in a serious accident. The engine failure occurred while the vehicle was in motion, leaving us in a potentially life-threatening...

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situation on a busy roadway. We had the vehicle towed to a Hyundai dealership for diagnosis and assistance. We waited over a month without receiving an update. When we went to the dealership in person, we learned that they had been contacting the previous owner rather than us. After providing our correct contact information even though they were given this information upon vehicle arrival, we were told that the dealership would work on getting the issue resolved and would contact us with an update. We were subsequently informed that Hyundai would not replace the engine, allegedly due to severe negligence and a lack of maintenance service receipts. We perform our own oil changes regularly and have maintained the vehicle to the best of our ability. We believe it is unfair to classify this as negligence solely because we do not have receipts from a professional service center for work we performed ourselves. When we told them that we would have an oil analysis performed to prove that it was not negligence on our part, they accused us of possibly changing the oil before it was towed. This is an insane and unprofessional accusation. We understand that engine failures involving this vehicle may be covered by Hyundai engine-related recalls, warranty extensions, or class action settlement provisions. We are requesting a thorough and fair review of our case to determine whether the engine failure qualifies for coverage. Thank you, [[redacted]] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11771633
2017 Subaru OutbackSteeringElectrical systemEngine & cooling

On Sunday, [[redacted]], I was driving my 2017 Subaru Outback 3.6R Touring after leaving the [[redacted]]. After I had merged onto [[redacted]] and immediately before the first roundabout under [[redacted]], the vehicle emitted three warning beeps, numerous dashboard warning lights illuminated, and the engine began running roughly. I was traveling approximately 31 mph when the warnings began. While attempting to reach a safe place to stop, I entered the roundabout beneath [[redacted]]. At approximately 7 mph, the...

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electronic power-steering assistance stopped functioning, making the vehicle extremely difficult to steer. I was able to exit the roundabout and pull into a parking lot without a collision. I turned the vehicle off, waited approximately five minutes, and restarted it. The warning lights were no longer illuminated. Diagnostic information later reviewed by Grand Junction Subaru documented that the vehicle's electrical voltage had dropped to 8.6 volts during the incident. The dealership could not reproduce the event or conclusively identify its cause. Although the original alternator reportedly tested normal, the dealership reprogrammed the ECU/ECM, disabled the DCM, and replaced the alternator. Because the root cause remains unconfirmed, I am concerned that the sudden low-voltage condition and loss of steering assistance could recur at highway speed. Because [[redacted]] and the two-lane roundabout are very busy, I felt that my life was in danger. As I continued through the roundabout, there was a Ford Platinum 3/4 ton truck next to me. If he would not have been paying attention, I feel like there would have been a collision and possibly personal injury to myself. I'm glad that this incident happened at a lower rate of speed but I am concerned that it will happen again and maybe the next time while I'm on the highway traveling at highway speeds. It could be fatal to and others. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11771631
2022 Nissan RogueTransmission & drivetrainAcceleration & cruise controlEngine & cooling

On [[redacted]], my 2022 Nissan Rogue (1.5L VC-Turbo, about 66,000 miles) suddenly lost power while being driven near Lehighton, PA. The check engine light came on, the vehicle would not respond to the accelerator, the oil pressure warning came on, and the engine stalled. We had to get to the side of the road with no power, which put us and surrounding traffic at risk. The vehicle could not be driven and was towed 128 miles to a Nissan dealer. The Nissan dealer confirmed the failure. Their master technician found...

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coolant getting past the valves into the engine cylinders. Nissan then stated that the EGR cooler failed, allowing coolant into the engine and causing it to overheat. The engine must be replaced. Nissan declined to cover the repair, stating the EGR cooler is not covered under its extended engine warranty. A third-party inspector for the vehicle's service contract is expected to examine the vehicle. The dealer has been asked to retain the failed EGR cooler for inspection. This vehicle is included in recall 25V-437 (engine bearings). The recall remedy (Nissan campaign R25D1: ECM reprogram and engine check) was completed by a Nissan dealer on [[redacted]], at about 56,500 miles, and the engine was reported in good condition. The engine failed about 9,500 miles later. Prior warnings: Sluggish throttle reponse about 30 miles before total failure. The engine oil level was full, and the oil had been changed shortly before the trip. Other owners have reported similar EGR cooler failures on 2022 Rogues leading to coolant intrusion, overheating, and engine failure. I believe the EGR cooler on the 1.5L VC-Turbo engine can fail internally and cause a sudden loss of motive power, and it should be investigated. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Power train · Vehicle speed control · EngineNHTSA 11771628
2023 Jeep WranglerElectrical systemAcceleration & cruise controlEngine & cooling

On two separate occasions, the vehicle shut off while driving. Error messages indicated "electrical failure" and to "service charging system". In the second instance the check engine light came on. Both times I was able to get safely to the shoulder. The car was restarted by powering the vehicle off and then on again. October 2025- in Massachusetts on I290 heading back to CT from Maine February 2026- in CT on [[redacted]] The vehicle has been in and out of repair for several months at a time without repair or...

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replacing parts. Software flashes clear the codes but have not fixed the ongoing issues. The manufacturer is aware and multiple cases have been opened with them without resolution. 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 11771627

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