Vehicle was using coolant, engine overheating warning, whole vehicle violently shaking, could not accelerate/loss of power, got diagnosed with coolant intrusion on cylinder 1
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I was driving my 2019 GMC Sierra Denali with a 6.2 L engine down the highway suddenly heard loud noises coming from the engine pulled over and called for a tow truck to take the truck to the dealership for inspection. The dealership told me the engine was blown and that I would need to get a new replacement engine. I believe this engine has had multiple complaints and recalls I don't believe at 137,000 miles and it was serviced at the dealer regularly should fail.
The steering seems to get really sticky and jumpy at highway speeds, anything 40 and over. It gets worse as the car warms up. It makes its virtually impossible to keep the steering straight, resulting in a bunch of back and forth lane bouncing.
On Sunday, [[redacted]], in the morning, I was driving my 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 (VIN [[redacted]], about 33,600 miles) southbound on [[redacted]] at about 30 mph, with my minor nephew in the car. Multiple warning lights came on and the vehicle shut down while moving, losing drive power. We nearly crashed. The vehicle has not started reliably since. An independent repair shop replaced the alternator and battery and the problem continued; they traced it to an electrical fault draining the 12-volt system and...
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identified the open DC-DC converter recall (NHTSA 26V248 / 26V599, Land Rover D126/H575 and E008). My Land Rover dealer (JLR Los Angeles) confirmed in writing that the recall is open on my vehicle but said no remedy exists yet. On [[redacted]], Land Rover customer service (800-637-6837) declined to open a case or commit to any repair, tow, or interim fix. The vehicle cannot be driven safely and I have no remedy available. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
My car abruptly displayed the message "engine coolant over temperature" and refused to drive. I had it towed and the cost to fix is significant. However when looking up recalls for this particular vehicle, I found that an investigation has been opened to potentially reach a recall decision regarding this exact issue. The mechanic further evaluated that the coolant was getting inside the engine. I will attach pictures of the estimate
My 2022 Volvo S60 Recharge T8 plug-in hybrid has an apparent failure of the High Voltage Coolant Heater (HVCH). When operating in electric mode or while the gasoline engine is off, the vehicle does not provide adequate cabin heat. This raises a safety concern because the electric heating system is also used to provide heated air for windshield defrosting and defogging. The vehicle may require the gasoline engine to operate to provide sufficient heat, potentially compromising windshield defogging performance...
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during cold-weather operation. I am concerned that failure of this component could result in reduced windshield visibility, particularly during Michigan winter driving conditions. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate whether this is a recurring defect affecting Volvo S60 Recharge plug-in hybrid vehicles.
The Soul I bought from a Dealership with low miles has nothing wrong with it and I'm very good at maintaining my vehicle. I always check my oil and noticed almost within the first two months of owning that my oil was burning off with no leaks. Ive put a lot of miles on it (about 40K) but I go through a quart of oil every other time I top off my tank. I worked hard to buy this car out right with 60k miles. I love this car, but I know this problem will eventually cause engine failure. The cost to repair the pistons...
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will be more than the car is worth. I was told that this is a normal issue with Kia souls, (by the Kia dealership where I had work done. Two other shops as well). Why isn't it being addressed? I love my Kia soul and hate that this car is basically a lemon.
Vehicle was being slowly accelerated in preparation to park. The car was moving slowly up a rocky driveway. Upon application of brake, vehicle accelerated and lunged into structure. Vehicle did come to a stop but not before collision. No airbags deployed either. Vehicle radio was on at the time. Damage to structure and to vehicle.
The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard while attempting to shift out of park(P). A red brake warning light was illuminated with the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard. The contact notified her boyfriend of the failure. The boyfriend became aware that there was fluid leaking underneath the vehicle whenever the brake pedal was depressed. Upon further investigation, the boyfriend discovered extensive corrosion on...
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the brake lines. The contact became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V830000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and associated the failure with the recall. The dealer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that the recall repair was previously performed prior to the contact owning the vehicle. The failure mileage was 110,863.
On 11/2/2026 around 3 pm was driving down highway when sunroof blew out. nothing hit the car and was not near any overpass. luckily i was able to grab the visor and prevent it from ripping open which would of cause more glass to enter the driving compartment. need to speak with dealership no warning signs prior to explosion.
Seat belt malfunction, safety hazard, stuck in down position, no debris, grease did not release. Unable to buckle safety restraint puts driver at risk in accident. No warning lights, no independent inspections, available to be inspected.
On November 3, 2026 at about 6:00 pm (after dark), my wife was driving our 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum forward in Drive at 5 mph or slower into a narrow residential driveway. The front parking sensors were switched on and the camera view was showing on the center screen. The right front corner hit a metal pole beside the driveway. There was no beep or warning on the screen or dashboard before the impact, and the car did not brake. After the impact, the dashboard showed a sensor warning. The impact tore the front bumper and fender and damaged the headlight. The car had to be towed. I am concerned that the front sensors fail to detect fixed objects at the front corners at parking speed.
The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, there was an abnormally loud popping and cracking sound, and the steering wheel became unstable. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The contact resumed driving; however, the steering wheel was loose, causing the vehicle to fail to respond to steering input. The contact pulled over a second time and inspected the vehicle, discovering that the front driver's side wheel was turned inward. The vehicle was towed to the...
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residence, and later towed to Bimmer Rescue, where it was diagnosed that the axle bolts had backed out, the axle was fractured, and the lower control arm sustained damages and struck and cracked the sub frame. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Action Number: PE26006 (Suspension). A Tesla Service Center was notified of the failure in person, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 172,316.
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 MPH in reverse, the steering wheel seized due to a loss of electric power steering assist. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where diagnostic testing determined that the steering rack and pinion assembly failed and required replacement. The dealer was contacted by the independent mechanic and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in an active recall. The vehicle was repaired by the independent...
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mechanic. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under a steering recall approximately two years prior at 198,000 miles. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not under an open recall. The failure mileage was approximately 206,000.
As the original owner of this 2016 Kia Soul (approx. 124,000 miles), I am filing this safety and consumer compliance complaint for severe engine failure and a failure of manufacturer recall notification systems. On [[redacted]], my vehicle experienced severe power loss on the highway and extreme oil consumption. An inspection by an independent repair facility revealed catastrophic engine failure due to piston ring degradation, severe crankcase blow-by, and oil contamination of the exhaust system. The repair shop...
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informed me that these symptoms directly align with known manufacturing defects covered under active safety recalls, specifically NHTSA Recall 19V-120 and the Hyundai/Kia Engine Litigation II settlement (No. 8-18-cv-0223-JLS-JDE, C.D. Cal), for which my VIN is a confirmed match. On [[redacted]], I brought the vehicle to VanDevere Kia of Akron for evaluation. Service associate Jackie Mundri informed me I was denied engine replacement coverage, with Kia claiming I waited "too long" to address the recalls. When I escalated this to Kia Consumer Affairs and spoke with a representative named Cassandra, I was told it was my personal responsibility to proactively check for recalls. I have never received any notification via mail, email, or telephone regarding Recall SC176 or any other engine campaign. Furthermore, within the past two years, I paid out of pocket for major repairs directly related to these exact safety defects (replacing the catalytic converter and two brake lines), yet neither the independent shops nor the dealership flagged these open safety recalls during those services. By blaming the consumer for a lack of communication while failing to provide mandatory notice, the manufacturer is leveraging their own notification breakdown to evade responsibility for a dangerous, defective engine. I request that NHTSA investigate Kia's failure to provide proper notification and their refusal to honor safety obligations for a verified class-settlement vehicle. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Back rear window shattered when I closed the passenger door of the car. If I was driving it would have been cause an accident. They were no warning.
The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. There was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle before the vehicle lunged forward and accelerated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to an alternate dealer, and the contact was informed that the failure was associated with the battery. The manufacturer was contacted, and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
I was experiencing the same "death wobble" experience reported by other Jeep Gladiator owners. I brought the vehicle to the dealership out of concern about this safety issue and inability to control the vehicle as the "wobble" episode is occurring. The dealership charged me $200 diagnostic only to indicate that the same part affected and recalled in the TSN: 23-079-23 recall that only covers 2020 Gladiators. My vehicle is driven very little and only has about 40k miles. How could this part have failed...
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already. The "death wobble" occurred well before the 40k mile mark but I had no idea what it was. Only after research did I discover it was identified in the 2020 vehicles and well documented. The dealership quoted me almost $700 to replace the steering damper that retails for $50-70. This is after already charging me $200 to inform me it is the same issue the NHTSA has identified in 2020 but I cannot have them repair at their cost. I was forced to purchase this piece and replace on my own as I could not afford $1000 for a $50-70 part despite its potential impact on my family's safety.
The contact owns a 2021 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 - 25 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact used a diagnostic scanner and retrieved DTC: P0303, for a cylinder #3 misfire. The vehicle was taken to a local Mazda dealer to be diagnosed and repaired. The dealer found a coolant leak and performed a system cleaning and replaced the spark plugs and fuel injectors. However, the failure reoccurred. While the contact's wife was driving the vehicle, the check...
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engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle was towed to the dealer by the insurance company. The contact requested that the dealer inspect the cylinder head gasket and coolant system in his presence. The dealer informed the contact that the repair warranty would be limited to one year or 12,000 miles. The contact also contacted the manufacturer customer service but was not provided any additional assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
While driving down the highway, the check engine light started to flash. Once the car was turned off and back on again, it shook violently. It was hard to keep it in the lane and I was worried it would cause an accident. It was driven off the highway while constantly shaking. Once it sat off for roughly 30 minutes, it would turn on, but wouldn't turn over and drive. It was towed to a dealership where it was diagnosed, though I was never given anything past a verbal "it stopped compressing". It turns on and over,...
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but makes a grinding noise. It will die and turn off the engine after roughly 45 minutes. This had never happened before. *I've been told a few different things by people who hear about the problem, but I've never received a real diagnosis by the Hyundai dealership it is located at. It has always had a oil consumption problem, adding roughly one quart of oil every 800-1000 miles. It has had oil changes every 5,000 miles. It also had a hard time when cold-started accelerating, but would work fine once heated up. It is available for inspection upon request.