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3,641 complaints filed by owners in the last 30 days. Newest first, as NHTSA publishes them.

2016 Ram 1500 Transmission & drivetrain Brakes

Brakes, ABS , shift sensor, in drive and would not move had to turn off in heavy traffic and then put in Drive and would go for a while, leveling off, every light was in a rolling script on my dash! Finally got to place that I could park it.Finally was able to get someone to get it home. 1 hour away. My husband is [[redacted]] and has dementia, can hardly walk. I am [[redacted]] and am responsible caregiver to him. We were in getting off work traffic when this was going on...Yes my vehicle is available to be seen. I...

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can not drive it for fear of happening again and causing more trouble. Yes we were surely in danger as so were others in traffic. Yes has been confirmed by dealership and other mechanics. Everyone says they do not have the modular to fix it and have no idea when it might come in! I owe 1500.00 on this vechicle and have been very pleased with it. Even with getting recalls fixed. But now we have this very nice truck that we can't drive, or trade or sale! Our other vehicle is a 2007 FJ Cruiser and has 335,000 miles on it. Bought it new and have had no problems with it. Just a little Leary for us to start out to dr. Appointments or whatever else comes up, I had always felt safe in our truck, but now I am afraid to drive out of driveway. We were told if that had part to fix it , it would be 1600.00 dollars to fix. We live on fixed income and this has caused us much despair. I was not aware of trouble with this problem until now. But have been made aware that we are not the only ones. I would love to hear from you and with a solution to this mess!!! Thank you. [[redacted]]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2025 Nissan Ariya Electrical system BrakesCrash

On August 21, 2026, while driving my electric vehicle (capable of 0-60 mph in 6 seconds) along my daily route at the speed limit, I experienced a sudden and unprovoked loss of vehicle control. After going through a car wash and traveling up a hill, the vehicle unexepectedly accelerated out of my control. Despite pumping the brakes several times, the vehicle would not stop or slow down, ultimately slamming into the rear of another vehicle without warning. Traffic ahead was noticed suddenly, but the vehicle's...

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behavior left me completely helpless and terrified. Due to safety concerns, I refuse to drive this vehicle ever again, as it poses a severe risk to myself and the public. Despite my efforts, speaking to the dealership has led to no resolution. Although the body shop and manufacturer inspected the components and my insurance covered over $21,000 in repairs, no explanation has been provided for why this malfunction occurred. The vehicle is currently in the possession of the dealership, and I strongly believe the accident was caused by a mechanical or software error.

2019 Ford Escape Engine & cooling

The vehicle suffered a major manufacturing defect known as internal cylinder coolant intrusion, which is common to Ford's 1.5L EcoBoost engines. The vehicle began experiencing rough cold starts and white exhaust smoke before being officially diagnosed by a certified dealership, Folsom Lake Ford, who confirmed internal coolant leaking into the 2nd engine cylinder. The dealership issued a repair quote of $13,000 for a complete engine replacement. Ford Motor Company Corporate headquarters was notified via certified...

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mail but issued a formal courtesy denial letter refusing any financial or mechanical assistance because the vehicle is outside its standard warranty period. This defect creates a critical roadway safety hazard, as internal coolant leaks can lead to sudden engine overheating, catastrophic block failure, stall-outs in active traffic, or potential engine fires. The vehicle is currently un-driven and parked at my residence due to this safety risk. This newly purchased used car from a dealership was at the end of May 2026. Happened while driving home on the freeway from work, I noticed the engine was overheating. I had to quickly and very nervously move through traffic to get to the shoulder of the freeway in traffic hour. I was traveling up a steep grade and traffic was bunched and slowing, which compounded the problem. I was in the second lane from the left and had to get over, I think 3 lanes to get to the shoulder quickly. It was very scary with all the traffic. Everyone on the road near me was at risk including me. This is a known manufacture defect in this type of engine (1.5L). Happening in July 2026. Why has a recall not been done for this very dangerous known fault of Fords and for anyone to be on the road around these types of engine propelled cars is putting many at risk on the roads. How can this be overlooked???

2026 Infiniti QX60 Electrical system Seats & seat belts

Multiple times since purchasing the vehicle upon stopping at stop sign, stop light and stopping in traffic my driver seat slides back as if I was turning car off and exiting but I am in drive and it causes me to not be able to reach the brake pedal so I have to quickly put in park. My car is currently at the Infiniti dealership in colma and I had contacted multiple times with no response the Dublin Infiniti location and the concord location.

2012 Scion XB Suspension Body, doors & structure

My wife and I were driving down the road and all of a sudden we heard a very loud bang and attempted to maintain control of the vehicle. The pavement was smooth free of any imperfections. I was able to pull the vehicle off the road. Upon reviewing the vehicle I noticed the passenger side rear wheel completely lodged into the wheel well. I had no indication that this was going to occur. We are fortunate this didn't happen on the highway as the outcome would have been alot different.

2013 Toyota Prius C Brakes

November 2, 2026 approximately 1:37pm I was coming to a stop intending to take a left turn onto a Highway. As I applied the brake the car suddenly lunged forward almost throwing me into oncoming traffic at very high speeds. I was far too close to colliding or being thrown in front of a car that was traveling in the nearest lane. They took a lane change that was thankfully clear for them to do. This specific part of the highway had a fatality crash just 3 days prior. Suddenly, lights show up on the dashboard...

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including ABS, brake, traction control and the warning light. The brake actuator assembly failed. From what I've seen this is a known issue that Toyota has acknowledged with a specialized warranty that my vehicle has aged out of. However the most crucial is I am well under the mileage for the part to have failed due to ware and tear. This was a manufactures fault. Tomorrow I will have the car inspected and confirmed that the failure occurred.

2026 Lincoln Aviator Gas Electrical system Brakes

My new vehicle repeatedly displays warnings instructing me to place my hands on the steering wheel, despite BOTH hands already being on the wheel. During one of these incidents, the vehicle actually pulsed the brakes while I was driving and displayed "Resume Control" seemingly in response to the incorrect hands-off-wheel detection. I am extremely concerned that a malfunctioning driver-monitoring or steering-wheel detection system may be triggering unnecessary braking interventions. This creates a potentially...

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dangerous situation, particularly at highway speeds or in traffic. I am requesting an investigation into whether this is a known defect affecting the 2026 Lincoln Aviator and whether the driver-assistance system is functioning safely and as intended.

2015 Nissan Leaf Steering Transmission & drivetrain Acceleration & cruise control

I am reporting a serious and progressively worsening safety issue involving a 2015 Nissan LEAF with approximately 61,759 miles. The problem involves sudden, unintended jerking and apparent repeated braking while driving, accompanied by a forceful steering pull to the left. The exact cause has not yet been determined. Several years ago, the vehicle experienced a serious braking malfunction in which pressing the brake pedal did not stop the vehicle as expected. No warning light appeared during that incident. The...

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vehicle was taken to an authorized Nissan dealership, where the 12-volt battery was identified as the problem and replaced. The braking issue appeared to be resolved at that time. Beginning in early 2026, the vehicle began experiencing intermittent jerking while driving. Initially, the episodes were brief and infrequent. Over time, they became more frequent, violent, and unpredictable. The malfunction typically occurs while traveling straight on dry roads at approximately 35-50 mph. Without warning or driver input, the vehicle begins rapidly jerking as though the brakes are repeatedly engaging and releasing. At the same time, the steering wheel pulls forcefully to the left, requiring immediate corrective steering to maintain control. The jerking sometimes continues even after the accelerator pedal is released. During some episodes, the brake pedal pulsates when subsequently applied. On October 30, 2026, the front-right tire blew out during one of these violent jerking episodes. The vehicle was subsequently taken to a tire retailer, where the tire was replaced. The retailer did not identify or report any unusual condition. It is UNKNOWN whether the tire failure was caused by the underlying malfunction or was a separate event. These incidents create a serious risk of losing control of the vehicle, colliding with another vehicle, or leaving the roadway. The unexpected steering movement and apparent braking behavior are particularly dangerous at highway speed

2015 Dodge Dart Transmission & drivetrain

The car is under recall, yet a year has passed without the manufacturer resolving the issue.

2003 Jeep Liberty Airbags1 injury

On Friday, 30 Oct 26, I was sitting in 2003 Jeep Liberty on my work break, car was running but in park, and without warning my two front airbags deployed striking me in my left hand, forehead and right knee/thigh. I was taken to a local urgent care where the attending physician examined my injuries and determined that I had a sprained left hand, chemical burns on my left hand and right knee/thigh and cut on my forehead. In addition have experienced significant neck and head pains.

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Driver assistance

My 2022 Tiguan experienced a complete failure of the infotainment display after an over-the-air software update, including loss of the rearview camera display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. After the OTA update, the infotainment screen became non-functional and will not turn on. The rearview camera no longer displays when reversing. The front phone charging ports and wireless charging tray located below the infotainment system are also non-functional. There were no warning lights prior to the system...

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failure. When attempting a 15 or 30-second reset using the power button, the screen would appear to begin rebooting because the backlight turned on, and the phone charger briefly began working again. However, the reboot fails and screen returns to dark. Volkswagen phone support originally told me that this VIN falls within an impacted range for a known issue. However, the dealership stated that the failure is due to a faulty 5F infotainment control module / chip and quoted approximately $2,500 for the repair as my vehicle was one-month out of warranty. The dealership also stated that the part is on backorder with no known ETA because of the current volume of similar reports. The failure disables the rearview camera display, which creates a safety issue when backing up. Whether the VW vehicles with this 5F infotainment module are experiencing a defect that can disable the rearview camera and related electronic functions due to a faulty 5F chip or a faulty firmware/software update, Volkswagen should be required to issue a safety recall and provide repairs at no cost to the customer given the clearly widespread nature of the defect.

2019 Audi A8 Electrical system

The vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic failure of its 48V electrical charging system while in motion, resulting in an immediate and dangerous loss of motive power. Without any warning, the vehicle displayed an 'Electrical System Malfunction' warning on the dashboard and completely shut down, leaving me stranded in active traffic. This inherent engineering defect cuts power to critical safety-critical subsystems, causing a severe and sudden reduction in steering assist and braking performance. This component...

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failure creates an extreme, un-alerted safety hazard on public highways. Audi has issued a class-action settlement for the underlying Belt Starter Generator (BSG) that charges this 48V subsystem, proving they are aware of the manufacturing defect. However, authorized dealerships are actively manipulating diagnostic criteria to deny repairs, forcing consumers to drive un-repaired, safety-compromised vehicles that pose an imminent risk of a severe rear-end collision or highway accident.

2023 Ford E-450 Engine & cooling

Severe mechanical engine failure occurred while operating my 2023 Ford Super Duty equipped with the 7.3L gasoline V8 engine (Godzilla) at approximately 76,000 miles. While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power, dropped into limp mode, and began displaying a flashing Check Engine Light alongside a violent rough idle and loud mechanical valvetrain tapping/grinding noises coming from the engine block. A professional diagnostic evaluation confirmed zero compression in Cylinder #2, caused by a...

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catastrophic lifter failure that ground down and destroyed the camshaft lobe (wiped cam). This failure path stems directly from manufacturing vulnerabilities regarding the variable-displacement oil pump and low hot-idle oil pressures, which Ford has semi-acknowledged via Customer Satisfaction Program 24B27. This is a severe safety hazard, as the sudden loss of engine power and transition into limp mode occurred without warning in active traffic, jeopardizing vehicle control and highway safety. I am filing this report to document the premature mechanical failure of a modern, meticulously maintained 2023 powertrain for the ongoing federal investigation into these 7.3L powerplants. Complete independent maintenance records using specified 5W-30 oil are available to verify this engine was never neglected.

2018 Ford Edge Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the engine and the vehicle lost automotive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. An independent mechanic arrived at the residence and diagnosed the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure, and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 100,000.

2016 Kia Soul Body, doors & structure

My 2016 Kia Soul has under 47,000 miles, and is experiencing severe clear-coat failure across multiple panels, including the roof, hood, rear quarter panel, lip of hatch, tops of door handles, and both mirrors. The roof began peeling about 4 years ago, but over the past two years, before the weather was even warm, the clear coat suddenly began bubbling and lifting across the vehicle. There has been no collision or other damage in those areas to explain the deterioration and delamination. After seeing two other...

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2016 Kia Souls of the same color with the same apparent problem, I researched the issue and found approximately a dozen NHTSA complaints describing similar bubbling and peeling. This appears to be far beyond normal age-related paint deterioration. I also have a 1990 Subaru that has been sitting in my driveway, and its original paint remains fully intact. I think this may be a manufacturing or material defect affecting the factory clear-coat system and believe it warrants investigation.

2018 Chrysler Pacifica Steering

When turning the wheel slightly (ie. 10 or 1 position), the wheel will lock up and stick requiring additional effort/overcompensation to get turn the wheel back. The issue has become increasingly worse over the past few months, but there was no distinct onset or issue that prompted the first problem.

2017 Subaru ForesterOther & unknown

Rapid acceleration from a stop. When the accelerator is pressed down even slightly the car lurches forward at a very fast rate. It can travel several feet before I am able to stop it by braking. This is a dangerous condition. In several instances I have almost crashed into a car ahead of me in accelerating after a stop light has turned green. This issue was noted shortly after I purchased the car (purchased new) and shortly contacted the dealership. They said it was inherit to the car and could not be fixed....

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They test drove the car and said everything is ok. In the last 2 months It has only gotten worst. Yesterday I did a search for this issue and discovered that this issue is quite frequent among 2017 Subaru Forester owners including law suits. Is there anything that I can do to fix this problem since this is an issue tied to Subaru and of my making. Date of issues is the first date noted. This issue has continued on almost a daily basis since the car was purchased.

2027 Honda CR-V Visibility & wipers

It was 33 degrees out and I used my car starter to warm up my car. Shortly after using the heated mirrors, my passenger side mirror cracked (there was no impact or strike). The mirror cracked in half, top to bottom, which made the mirror unsafe to use as it distorted the view. There were no warnings or notifications.

2024 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L Transmission & drivetrain

While driving the powertrain cooling system failed. This caused rapid overheating of the engine and loss of power. The vehicle was temporarily stranded in a busy intersection. This is a well documented problem with the thermostat in the engine cooling system. A technical service bulletin has been issued on corrective action with an improved OEM part. Failure of the power system occurred rapidly. This was highly dangerous and could have been catastrophic in a highway scenario. I find it negligent that Jeep has acknowledged this problem but refused to issue a recall to provide proactive corrective action.

2024 Mazda CX-90-Phev Steering Driver assistance

When going through a roundabout, the steering sticks heavily and jerks and gets stuck. It is dangerous.