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

2021 Mazda MAZDA3Transmission & drivetrain

My 2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo AWD experienced major drivetrain component failures at approximately 65,800 miles. Hiley Mazda of Fort Worth inspected the vehicle and diagnosed failures involving the rear differential and coupling assembly, transfer case, and driveshaft. The dealership recommended replacing these major drivetrain components, with a total repair estimate of $12,107.35. I am concerned that multiple critical AWD drivetrain components have failed at such relatively low mileage. A failure involving the...

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differential, transfer case, or driveshaft could potentially affect vehicle propulsion or control, depending on the nature and circumstances of the failure. Mazda previously issued Service Alert SA-033/21, dated May 11, 2021, addressing certain rear differential and coupling assembly failures affecting 2021 Mazda3 AWD vehicles. I believe my vehicle's failure warrants investigation to determine whether it is related to this previously documented issue. The failures were diagnosed by an authorized Mazda dealership. I have not experienced an accident or unusual impact that would explain the damage. I contacted Mazda North American Operations and requested assistance. Mazda denied assistance twice, including after escalation. I am reporting these failures because of the potential safety implications of multiple AWD drivetrain components failing prematurely. I request that NHTSA review this incident and determine whether it represents a broader vehicle safety defect.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11777305
2018 Jeep Grand CherokeeSeats & seat belts

The driver's side headrest spontaneously deployed while I was seated in the vehicle parked. It deployed because of a malfunction in the safety headrest. It hit my head with a great deal of force. My safety was at risk because I suffered a concussion and whiplash with lasting injuries.

Filed Incident SeatsNHTSA 11777303
2020 Ford EcosportEngine & coolingDriver assistance

The vehicle suffered a sudden, complete engine stall while in operation, creating an immediate traffic hazard. The failure is a direct consequence of a failed remedy under Safety Recall 23S64. The vehicle had interim recall work performed in October of last year. However, the oil pump drive wet-belt has catastrophically degraded and shredded, completely clogging the oil pickup screen and dropping engine oil pressure. Diagnostic scans show active faults P0017 and P0015, indicating total timing desynchronization at...

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the variable cam phasers due to hydraulic pressure loss. The engine is now knocking heavily from a spun bearing and mixing coolant. Ford Customer Relations and the local dealership refuse to tow or inspect the vehicle under the safety recall campaign, citing an arbitrary 12-month limit on a federal safety recall remedy that has mechanically failed

Filed Incident Engine · Lane departure · Back over preventionNHTSA 11777302
2018 Volkswagen GolfFuel system

The fuel tank rollover valve (integrated into the fuel tank) failed and flooded the charcoal canister causing fuel to spill near the right rear wheel well very close to the exhaust. If another motorist hadn't notified me, it likely could have caught fire while driving. Volkswagen has no recall for this. The fix is entirely on the vehicle owner. The vehicle has ~67,000 miles.

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11777301
2020 Kia SportageOther & unknown

I forgot this important piece of information so when they changed the starter they called and said what was wrong I said ok order it and they changed it . I never saw a piece of paper optimg out of fixing other issues . The drviceamager is trying to say I chose only install starter .ll like I said I never saw one of those reports and even.if I d Ii d do you think I wouldn't have chose to fix the radiator brackets etc. No.i.just want to frice around with aww bunch of parts in.my back seat . No Ii don't think do...

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also when it comes to saftey and driving why would I ipt out of that considering mm y radiator is crooked and.i feel like it could come.our.fromhndee neath the car and I don't wdnt.to due or have anyone else hurt because eif there negligence. So they are so unprofessional and all of this after leaging Kia that day is nothing but there fault . They should have provided me a rental since it's there fault they are trying to say they don't do.thay there but that's funny all of this is becaee of them.and why again i had to pay another tow all of.it

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11777298
2022 Nissan RogueEngine & cooling

I took my car in 3 times in the past year because I received recall notifications through the mail for engine issues. Each time I took my vehicle in, the dealership told me my vehicle passed the code and did not meet recall criteria. In late September, while traveling my engine gave out. I took my car back to the dealership and was told that because I had gone over my miles and failed to get serviced in a timely fashion, my warranty had expired and I would be responsible for my engine repair. They did not honor the...

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previous recalls and I had to pay $5000 to fix my vehicle as well as pay $30 a day for a rental. Today, while driving to work, my engine gave out again. I ha it towed to the dealership and they told me that they did not replace my total engine and used parts off of the old one and it would be $1800 to fix.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11777297
2025 Mazda CX-90Wheels & tires

The tires on my 2025 CX90 where declared by the dealership to be unsafe/worn at only 20,000 miles. They told me the tires are well into the red zone for replacement. The problem was confirmed by the dealer where I brought the car. The tires are Toyo open country. Evidently Mazda issued a TSB for the Falkan tires that are also failing early. Mazda and the tire manufacturer are well aware of the problem. They have offered to give me 50% off a new set (not to include mounting, balancing, etc.) of the same tires...

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which will only wear out quickly like the current set. The challenge is neither the dearlership or Mazda will help with purchasing other tires that will wear longer and since there are so few tires that will fit the CX90 I feel my concerns are not being addressed. I do not want to buy another set of faulty tires - the internet is full of consumers discussing this very issue.11

Filed Incident WheelsNHTSA 11777294
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportTransmission & drivetrain

While driving the car randomly shifted into neutral and could not be shifted into any other gear. There was no warning or precursor. This incident happened in the middle of an extremely busy intersection with children in the car. We narrowly avoided being hit by oncoming traffic as the right away changed.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11777293
2023 Hyundai KonaOther & unknown

I've had 2 Kona's now and between both of them the horn has stopped working 8 times. Resulting in me sitting at the dealership for 3 hours each while they fix it. Hyundai will not issue a recall on these cars but instead extended the warranty to 120k miles for the horn. The dealership told me they now have to order the horns by VIN # because they break so frequently. Have been driving around for over a week with no working horn which presents a SIGNIFICANT safety issue while driving on the roads.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11777292
2026 Mercedes Benz GLS 450 4MATICBrakesDriver assistance

I am filing a complaint regarding a serious safety issue with my brand-new 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450. On multiple occasions, my vehicle has suddenly slammed on the brakes extremely hard while I was driving normally, with no vehicles, obstacles, or hazards in front of me. During the most recent incident, I was traveling approximately 45-50 mph on a completely straight road with my baby in the vehicle. Without any warning lights, sounds, or indication of danger, the vehicle suddenly applied extremely hard braking,...

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and my seat belt tightened forcefully, pulling me back against my seat. The brakes then released on their own, allowing me to continue driving. Thankfully, there were no vehicles behind me. Otherwise, this unexpected braking could have easily caused a serious rear-end collision, putting my baby, myself, and other motorists at risk. This has happened multiple times in different locations, making it an extremely frightening and unpredictable safety issue. I am concerned that the automatic emergency braking or collision-prevention system may be malfunctioning. A safety feature designed to prevent accidents should not create dangerous situations. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this potentially life-threatening defect before someone is seriously injured or killed.

Filed Incident Service brakes · Forward collision avoidanceNHTSA 11777290
2020 Kia SportageOther & unknown

Yes so Kia of amarillo left me leave there shop and said everything was good after changing the starter out. Well I didn't notice until later that it was not good because previous I had to tow my car cause it wouodnt shop . He was gonna look at my car wnandwhy it wouldnt start. Well I wvtually had to have it towed to Kia but before when towing it he braked and one side of the radiator had broke and so only one side was being held up . After if got towed to Kia again I thought they would have seen that considering...

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they had to go under there to change the starter. ??? Hell I was aftraid that that night it was deagginv in the ground . But they let leave knowing that that radiator couosnhavw broke on the otber side and I cohks have been killed or someone else. That is why I put all the parts that I saw on the strewy that to the back . But because if there negligence or there only doing what I paid for which was the starter or brvause it initially was my fault. But because of them why my car started overheating that night and why it finally died and ten had to again pay 100 dollars to get it towed to Kia . All I know.that wasenr right of them to.let me.leave and you guys might not care but because of them ignoring or having to work a little.more they did not do it and like I said the radiator could have fallen under the car out on the highway and I could have died or someome.else . Kia.of Amarillo should really need investigated especially the Mechanic who let me.leave .

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11777289
2026 Land Rover Range Rover SportTransmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling

When in Comfort or Dynamic mode at highway speeds the transmission sputters and eventually flips into a safety / limp home mode until the car restarts. The check engine light will flick on and off This is dangerous because acceleration and steering once the computer overrides driver inputs is greatly reduced Pressing the accelerator yields vet very slow to no response and the engine does not accept gear inputs from driver so it is review at 3000 to 5000 rpm's and will not shift This vehicle is brand new and this...

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happens at highway speeds - the only setting it does not is eco Something is way off in the drive train transmission computer links The advertised wireless charge also does not work with any iPHone model This vehicle was not ready for prime time and should be completely reviewed and retested in real world conditions

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11777288
2017 Hyundai Santa FEEngine & cooling

My vehicle has been experiencing cold start issues, stumbling, difficulty accelerating and increased fuel consumption since getting the recall emission update 50D115 (CO648). I'm not getting help in addressing these issues from the dealerships although I have received acknowledgement from one dealership that it is noted that these issues have been reported. As well as online reports of these issues.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11777287
2018 Dodge Grand CaravanSeats & seat belts

This is an update on prior submission. Driver side buckle is stuck in down position. Buckle assembly is on "back order" with no date. (Originally thought it could be ordered). Manufacturer has most likely stopped production on a necessary safety device, the seat buckle, which is endangering lives.

Filed Incident Seat beltsNHTSA 11777286
2019 Ford ExpeditionTransmission & drivetrainAcceleration & cruise control

2019 ford expedition was at the speed of 57 and it dropped from 10th gear to 7th gear and threw system shift warning and wrench on dash. Code p2888 was read by 2 different techs and now transmission needs to be replaced as ford dealer said. This is a hazard and dangerous I had to have vehicle hauled on a trailer from detroit lakes mn to fargo ND now to Ford dealer in fergus falls MN I have been without a vehicle for a month the code p2888 is linked to Fords advanced recall on park pawl actuator and now I am sitting with a expedition with a ruined transmission. Ford needs to pay for this expensive repair.

Filed Incident Power train · Vehicle speed controlNHTSA 11777285
2024 Grand Design SolitudeBody, doors & structure

I am submitting this complaint to request that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigate what appears to be a pattern of progressive structural deformation, excessive frame flex, possible chassis integrity issues, slide-out structural failures, roof system failures, cargo compartment alignment failures, and related safety concerns involving my 2024 Grand Design Solitude 370DV fifth-wheel RV. These issues have developed while the unit remains within the manufacturer's structural warranty...

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period and have progressed despite repeated reporting to the manufacturer. The symptoms observed are not isolated cosmetic defects. They involve multiple structural systems throughout the RV and collectively suggest the possibility of excessive frame flex, frame deformation, chassis movement under load, or failure of structural support components. These conditions may present a safety risk both to occupants and to the motoring public. One of the earliest defects involved the slide-out systems. An independent RV technician documented that the bedroom slide floor had sunk sufficiently to reduce operational clearance. The technician additionally documented that approximately the last twelve inches of the floor beneath the kitchen and dining room slide-outs had sagged by roughly one-half inch. As a result, the slides were no longer moving smoothly and were instead dragging across and damaging the finished floor surfaces. As the RV structure appears to have progressively changed geometry, cargo compartment doors have exhibited alignment-related issues. Cargo doors opening while the vehicle is being transported create a direct roadway safety hazard. If a cargo compartment door opens at highway speeds, the door may: Strike nearby vehicles. Detach from the RV. Create roadway debris hazards. When cargo doors begin opening unexpectedly during transport in conjunction with slide-floor sagging, floor deformation the possibility of a significant concern.

Filed Incident Latches / locks / linkagesNHTSA 11777283
2025 Acura IntegraSteering

I am experiencing exactly the same issue as in NHTSA Safety Recall 24V-744. My Acura feels sticky returning to center, primarily on the highway. This is especially noticeable with slight, long turns. The wheel will stay in that position, particularly to the left, if I do not apply additional force to bring it back to center. Extremely concerning, but unfortunately my dealer wasn't able to replicate the issue so I don't have much else to do since my VIN isn't covered as part of the recall but I'm experience the exact same issue, word for word.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11777280
2022 Jeep WagoneerSteeringElectrical systemLights

My battery failed and the alternator failed while driving 5.7L eTorque Wagoneer causing my vehicle to stall. I was accelerating into traffic where the speed limit is 65mph and at around 50mph everything shut down. The car wouldn't steer properly, wouldn't accelerate, and eventually completely died leaving my family on the side of the road at night without lights. The vehicle put itself into park and applied the parking brake and we weren't completely stopped. There We waited around an hour without lights on the...

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side of the road for a tow truck. This endangered 3 children and two adults. The sudden loss of power also endangered all the vehicles around me on the road at the time of the incident. The Jeep dealership told me the replacement of the battery and alternator was essential and the cause of the issue. The stopped working without any notice. I know there is an open NHTSA investigation PE24018.

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · Exterior lightingNHTSA 11777277
2020 Land Rover DefenderLights

The LED headlight assemblies on my 2020 Land Rover Defender have failed on both sides at about 47,000 miles. About 6 months ago, the LED daytime running light rings failed on both the driver and passenger sides. On 11/8 (3 days ago) the driver-side main beam also went completely out. At night the driver's side is now completely dark, which reduces my visibility and makes the vehicle harder for other drivers to see. The passenger-side main beam still works, but I expect it to fail too based on what I have seen...

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online. The dealer and repair shops tell me the headlights or daytime lights can't be repaired individually and must be replaced as full assemblies. Quotes range from about $4,000 (independent shop) to close to $8,000 (Land Rover dealer Fort Worth) for both sides. Both of these quotes were obtained over the phone but can reach out for hard copy to submit with report if needed. My vehicle is out of warranty by time but is under the mileage limit at 47k. This appears to be a widespread problem. Owners of 2020 Defenders report the same DRL ring failures on owner forums, and I understand a Special Service Message (SSM 75479) has been issued by the manufacturer on the issue. I'm reporting this because a headlight failing completely at night is a safety hazard, and I ask NHTSA to review it for a possible defect investigation.

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 11777276

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