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

2016 Ford ExplorerBody, doors & structure

On approximately June 13, 2025, while driving my 2016 Ford Explorer Sport on the highway, the driver's-side exterior B-pillar trim appliqué came loose. There were no warning lights, messages, or other symptoms before the failure. The trim did not completely detach because it remained connected by the exterior keypad wiring. The failure created a risk to other motorists because the trim could have completely detached at highway speed and entered the roadway. I stopped at a gas station and temporarily secured the...

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loose component with black duct tape to prevent it from completely detaching. Just a few days after the incident, I received Ford's recall notice involving this same B-pillar trim condition, Safety Recall 25S53/NHTSA Recall 25V347. The rear liftgate also stopped operating immediately following the incident. I presented the vehicle to an authorized Ford dealership for service. Ford repaired the liftgate issue, but the dealership was unable to complete the permanent recall repair for the failed B-pillar component. As of November 7, 2026, nearly 17 months after the recalled component actually failed while I was driving, Ford still has not completed the permanent recall repair. Ford's recall information continues to show Recall 25S53 as incomplete and states that Ford has a remedy but parts are not available. The failed recalled component remains temporarily secured to the vehicle with black duct tape because Ford has been unable to provide the permanent recall remedy. I have contacted and escalated the matter with Ford seeking a permanent resolution. The vehicle and failed component remain available for inspection upon request.

Filed Incident StructureNHTSA 11776500
2012 Toyota Prius VSuspensionBody, doors & structureWheels & tires

This is a 2012 Toyota Prius V that was purchased and driven in [[redacted]] and had 93,000 miles on it. The car drove normally the night before, and was parked in a protected parking lot.When the car was driven the next morning, it made a horrible metal scraping sound and would not move. Upon inspection, it was found the the entire wheel had fallen off the car. It was towed on a flat bed trunk to a Toyota dealership where it was found that the drivers side, rear axel beam had corroded through, causing the wheel to...

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fall off. The right side rear axel beam was "one pothole away" from falling off. The car had been up a lift several months earlier, since my daughter had driven over something and had scraped off the oil pan protector (no other damage), and the corrosion was not noted at that time. The tow trunk driver and Toyota noted that they had seen several cars with this type of corrosion and damage. This would have been a dangerous incident if the wheel had fallen off when she was driving 50 MPH on a freeway. If this has been a noted pattern in the 2012 Prius, a recall may be recommended for safety reasons. ***See video link*** [[redacted]] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Suspension · Structure · WheelsNHTSA 11776498
2019 Kia SorentoOther & unknown

The gear was stuck in park and I can't move it to other gears like drive, reverse. I contacted Jones Kia in Belair and was informed this is a normal wear and tear that costs over $1000.00 and the extended warranty won't cover this repair. I purchased this SUV in 2023, which this year I needed a catalytic converter due to oil consumptions and now the SUV won't come out of park. Waiting to be seen next week for final cost of repair.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11776497
2018 Ford EscapeEngine & cooling

We bought a 2018 Ford Escape new from the dealer in 2028. In August of this year, 2026, The check engine light came on and our vehicle was running very rough. I used a scanner to check the engine code and it indicated that cylinder # 2 was misfiring. I removed the spark plug to check its condition and there was coolant in the cylinder. I read up on the cause and was surprised to see that Ford Ecoboost engines in Escapes and other models have a problem with coolant intrusion into the cylinders caused by a head...

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gasket/ block crack issue. There were many, many vehicles affected by this problem. Ford had offered an engine replacement for cars with this problem, but only if the vehicle was still under the original factory warranty. Ours is not still under warranty and I'm curious as to what my options are to force Ford to admit/assist in my problem.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11776496
2025 Kia CarnivalElectrical system

Unknown Went to start my car and the whole system would not respond (key fob and battery was just replaced in july)

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11776492
2014 Tesla Model SElectrical systemVisibility & wipersDriver assistance

Active safety recall (NHTSA Campaign 21V-035 / Tesla TSB SB-21-21-001) for touchscreen and Media Control Unit (MCU) failure remains unperformed due to service refusal and unlawful conditioning at the Tesla Authorized Service Center in [[redacted]]. Following a 6-week delay, an appointment was kept on [redacted]. After holding the vehicle for 4 hours, service staff explicitly conditioned execution of the mandatory safety recall upon authorizing ~$3,000 in unrelated retail repairs. When declined, the Service Manager...

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publicly disparaged the vehicle in a crowded waiting room, falsely claimed "there is no recall," and threatened that "if we do the recall, the car may not operate or be drivable afterward," flatly refusing service. As a 40-year automotive industry veteran (former Service Manager), I recognize this as an egregious attempt to leverage mandatory safety recall work for retail service revenue, violating federal compliance obligations under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301. The unrepaired MCU failure creates an acute safety hazard, disabling critical functions including defrosters, climate controls, and rear-view display visibility. Logistics & Scope: Consumer refuses return to Franklin, TN facility due to hostility/obstruction. Requesting NHTSA record this non-compliance violation and compel Tesla Corporate to coordinate mobile service or transport to an alternative regional facility with loaner coverage, with full restoration of vehicle operability at zero cost to the owner. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Electrical system · Visibility / wiper · Lane departureNHTSA 11776487
2015 Acura RDXLights

headlights are not illuminating. i took it back to the dealer. they changed my bulbs cost me over $200. and the problem is not fixed. i googled an found im not the only owner who has this problem.

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 11776486
2025 Kia K4Other & unknown

My tire pressure sensor keeps alerting on the dashboard even after filling the tire with air. And it won't go away.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11776482
2013 Acura ILXElectrical systemBrakes

Approximately October 27, 2026, my vehicle experienced a sudden malfunction involving the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system. When I attempted to start the vehicle, the engine would not start. The dashboard displayed the IMA system warning, check engine light, and brake system warnings. My steering wheel froze and I could have crashed. Luckily I wasn't going fast and was able to slam emergency breaks. This was not a routine maintenance concern. The vehicle experienced a no-start condition requiring...

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professional diagnosis, rather than a warning that appeared during normal operation. The authorized Acura dealership inspected my vehicle at approximately 140,393 miles and documented the following diagnostic trouble codes: P0AE1 P1437 The dealership recommended replacing the IMA motor power inverter. I subsequently learned that Acura Service Bulletin 20-021, Campaign B97, provides a 15-year/150,000-mile warranty extension for the IMA motor power inverter on certain 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid vehicles. Both diagnostic trouble codes identified by the dealership are specifically referenced in this bulletin. However, I was informed that my VIN was not eligible for this warranty extension. I have not received a detailed written explanation of the specific reason for this exclusion.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Service brakesNHTSA 11776480
2022 Nissan RogueEngine & cooling

This is a complaint that Nissan failed to honor the safety recall on my 2022 Nissan Rogue.The safety recall is Part 573 Safety recall report 26V080. The recall covers the bearing failure that can lead to engine failure. The engine in my Nissan failed at about 23,985 miles. I have a statement from the service manager at the local dealership were it was serviced stating the the engine failure was inline with the recall. I spoke with Nissan and the BBB about this issue and got denied reimbursement for the cost of the...

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engine. The engine was bought from and installed by Nissan. When the engine blew my brother in law was driving on the highway. Thankfully no one was hurt as he was able to get the car off the road.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11776479
2025 Subaru CrosstrekSteeringSuspensionDriver assistance

There is a significant wobble and wobble noise coming from my front driver side suspension. My vehicle does not feel stable the whole car kind of wobbles back-and-forth when turning, which is a major safety concern. The dealership just keeps saying everything looks fine visually I've had 6 different wheel alignments in the last month and each time the vehicle was out of alignment. The car is not holding alignments which is a huge safety concern for me and the dealership will not take it serious because they cannot visually see anything wrong. Nothing has been taken apart and inspected.. The vehicle has 18,000 miles on it and is fully covered under factory warranty still.

Filed Incident Steering · Suspension · Lane departureNHTSA 11776477
2023 Subaru ForesterOther & unknown

Tire wear issue. Dealer failed to point all 4 tires were illegal. At the 20k mile check. Was not made aware of this till 26k mile check. ( never pointed out by the dealer)They are licensed in the Ct. Subject to Statutory Regs. Called the tires critical when they are classified as catastrophic and illegal to drive on. Add insult to injury they charged me $36 to rotate the bald illegal tires.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11776476
2026 Ram Ram 1500 Quad CabElectrical systemEngine & cooling

The electronic door locking and unlocking system on my 2026 Ram 1500 malfunctioned repeatedly beginning in approximately August-September 2026. During one incident, my family and I were unable to exit the vehicle normally for approximately 15 minutes in Las Vegas summer temperatures of approximately 115°F. The doors also repeatedly failed to lock, unlock, or properly secure the vehicle, creating serious safety and security concerns. No warning light was observed before these electrical failures. In October 2026,...

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the vehicle developed additional problems involving repeated check-engine warning lights, multiple-cylinder misfires, and abnormal grinding or dragging engine sensations. Desert 215 Superstore technicians confirmed diagnostic trouble code P0300 and documented cold-start misfires affecting cylinders 1, 3, and 5 under service invoice #171349, dated October 14-19, 2026, at approximately 2,990 miles. The vehicle was returned to the dealership around October 20-21 after the engine symptoms recurred. Stellantis technical assistance was reportedly involved under STAR Technical ID 103007728. The dealership has inspected the vehicle, but I have not received documentation confirming a separate physical inspection by a manufacturer representative. The door-related safety incidents were previously reported to dealership personnel but were not adequately documented in the service records, and I have no written confirmation that those failures were reproduced. The vehicle remains at Desert 215 Superstore in Las Vegas, Nevada, and may be available for inspection through the dealership. I am requesting that NHTSA document and review these recurring electrical and engine-related problems as potential safety defects, particularly because of the risk to vehicle occupants and my family's safety. STAR Case / Technical ID #103007728

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11776475
2013 Dodge DartAcceleration & cruise control

Car wouldn't go into reverse and the next start up wouldn't go into Drive. Then the transmission kept slipping and going neutral while driving. Very dangerous.

Filed Incident Vehicle speed control · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11776472
2014 Jeep Grand CherokeeSeats & seat belts

I am filing a formal safety defect complaint regarding my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. This vehicle has only 59k miles on it. The front seatbelt mechanism has completely failed to retract, rendering the seatbelt entirely inoperable and making the vehicle legally unsafe and hazardous to drive. The passenger seatbelt, while currently operable, has also failed Jeep's inspection, requiring replacement. Stellantis/Jeep has explicitly acknowledged this severe structural defect by issuing an official 15-year,...

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unlimited-mileage Extended Warranty Campaign (Campaign ID: X90) specifically covering front seatbelt retraction failures for this exact make and model. Despite this being a critical, federally mandated occupant-restraint safety component, the manufacturer has kept the replacement part on continuous "backorder" for the last 11+ months, when ordered by my dealership. By failing to supply the necessary safety parts to repair a known defect within a reasonable timeframe, Jeep is forcing consumers to either operate an unsafe vehicle without a functioning seatbelt or leave an expensive vehicle completely grounded and inoperable indefinitely. I am requesting that NHTSA intervene regarding Jeep's failure to maintain a viable supply chain for critical occupant-restraint safety components under active safety campaigns.

Filed Incident Seat beltsNHTSA 11776471
2014 Jeep Grand CherokeeTransmission & drivetrainEngine & cooling

Took my vehicle to Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Seminole County located at [[redacted]] the recalls were never addressed a Service Rep [[redacted]]sted I pay a diagnoticed fee of 213.95$ or my vehicle would not be released. I called a tow to pick up my vehicle [[redacted]] truened my tows away twice. I had to file a processory lein with the courts to get my vehicle released. When I left my vehicle st the dealership my windows were rolled up and doors locked. When I picked up the vehicle there was a plastic bag over...

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the window with tape the tape is struck on my paint on the driver side door items are missing from my vehicle totaling 2000$ INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Power train · EngineNHTSA 11776468
2027 Hyundai PalisadeDriver assistance

Driving in the carpool lane the auto assist is off but the car pulls almost making me crash into the meridian.

Filed Incident Lane departureNHTSA 11776466
2019 Toyota CamryTransmission & drivetrain

The transmission 3and 4 gear failed.... We were forced to replace the entire transmission at 6 years and 80k miles.... Toyota knew there was problems with this 8 speed transmission, but the refused to help me because the warranty was 6 years 60k miles..... There has been numerous complaints for other Toyota owners with this same problem.... I understand there is a class action lawsuit pending right now against Toyota... I want to be included in that lawsuit for compensation...

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11776464
2012 Jeep Grand CherokeeOther & unknown

The thermostat blew a hole , and the jeep came to a stop. Some could have hit the jeep and hurt someone very bad. Now it won't run. I have heard a lot of people have had this happen. It is not available cause I have to sell it to a junk yard so no one gets hurt in it. We just put on a new windshield, brakes rotors and pads all the way around. Now a new thermostat and was told it will be unsafe now. We have to take a big loss. Guess it is better the someone getting hurt. Thank You [[redacted]]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11776463

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