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Showing 185,008 complaints — component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE L (2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
Vehicle: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Issue Type: Electrical System / Loss of Power / Braking System While operating my 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L on Interstate 40 at approximately 70 miles per hour, with two minor children in the vehicle, the vehicle suddenly and without any prior warning began to rapidly decelerate, despite continued pressure on the accelerator pedal. At the time the decelerati... Read more
LINCOLN MKS (2013) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 21, 2026
Lose the ability to control the steering of the vehicle
DODGE JOURNEY (2020) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Feb 26, 2026
If you turn the air or heat off it turns itself back on. Sometimes none of the botton on the dash responds to any command including turning the radio air or anything off or on.
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE L (2023) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 12, 2026
Vehicle has experienced repeated electrical system failures affecting engine operation, safety systems, and interior electronics from April 2025 through April 2026. Details: April 2025 (under warranty): Vehicle lost power and died. Dealership replaced batteries. December 2025: While driving, multiple warning lights (check engine, blind spot, lane departure, forward collision, accident avoidance)... Read more
HONDA ODYSSEY (2018) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 26, 2026
Power Tailgate Failure/Dead Battery from Body Leak. currently power tailgate is not functioning.
RAM 1500 (2013) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Jan 7, 2026
My electrical power steering randomly went out while driving come to find out I have to replace rack and pinion as well since my steering is electric. I have been trying to find a remanufactured rack and pinion with electric power steering for 4 months and everywhere is out of stock and on back order I’m very disappointed in this safety issue considering I’m a single dad of 3 and the steer... Read more
HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT (2018) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
I was told by a mechanic that something electrical is wrong with the vehicle it causes the engine to misfire. Different issue than before.
KIA CARNIVAL (2026) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Feb 9, 2026
2026 Kia Carnival MPV Hybrid SX Prestige(Exterior: Astra Blue Interior: Tuscan Umber / Off-Black) purchased December 2025. Two separate safety-related defects have gone unresolved for 31+ cumulative days across two dealer repair visits. DEFECT 1 — INSTRUMENT CLUSTER: Instrument cluster screen goes blank while driving, eliminating speedometer, TPMS, and all warning indicators. First observed Febr... Read more
CHRYSLER PACIFICA (2020) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Nov 10, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. The vehicle stalled with the check engine light and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and it w... Read more
NISSAN VERSA (2020) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 15, 2025
several recalls but dealer my did not have any
JEEP WRANGLER (2023) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 24, 2026
I own a 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe (VIN: 1C4JJXR66PW627097). The instrument cluster/dashboard intermittently shuts off while driving, resulting in complete loss of speedometer, warning indicators, and critical driver information. This creates a significant safety hazard, as I am unable to monitor vehicle speed or receive warnings while the vehicle is in motion. In January 2026, I took the ve... Read more
JEEP WRANGLER (2018) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
The electronic part of the dash stopped working. This has been an issue on many jeeps of this year with no recall to get it repaired
RAM 2500 (2018) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Jan 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle felt like it was sliding, ... Read more
FORD EXPLORER (2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 30, 2026
Car turns on but the engine will not turn over due to the electrical. And locks the car and not able to check or fix anything. If I was driving in the busy roads it would have been very dangerous as it stopped suddenly after starting the last time.
FORD F-150 (2023) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers : 25V512000 (Power Train) and 26V104000 (Electrical System, Exterior Lighting); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear axle shaft assemblies had failed and needed to be replaced. The ve... Read more
RAM 1500 (2026) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Feb 9, 2026
There is a recall on the towing control module that prevents me from towing with the vehicle, which is the reason I purchased the vehicle. They are unable to get the parts required to complete the repair. The recall started in february, it is now april with no parts ordered , avaliable, or repair scheduled. If I dont tow my boat it a few weeks, I will start incurring fees for storage. I called d... Read more
RAM 1500 (2022) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 21, 2026
I am reporting a serious and ongoing safety issue with my Ram 1500. The vehicle has experienced multiple incidents of complete power loss while driving, including at highway speeds. During these events, the vehicle abruptly shuts down without warning. The dashboard lights illuminate (including the battery and check engine lights), followed by total electrical failure. The engine turns off, the rad... Read more
HYUNDAI PALISADE (2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 31, 2026
A week or so after taking the car in for an oil change, I was on the highway and heard a rattling sound coming from the engine. There were no indicator or warning lights from the dashboard. The car then stopped accelerating. It was on, and the accelerator increased the RPMs but the car did not move faster. I safely got home and checked the oil and it had less than a quart. There were no low-oil in... Read more
FORD TAURUS (2018) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle on a slightly inclined parking lot, the vehicle started rolling backwards. The contact engaged the electric parking brake, and the vehicle responded as intended. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while parking the vehicle on an incline, requiring the electric parking brake to be engaged. The ... Read more
KIA EV9 (2026) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 28, 2026
ICCU failure, code P1A9096.
KIA EV6 (2022) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 29, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Kia EV6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V867000 (Electrical System) and the vehicle was repaired at the local dealer. The contact stated that four months later while driving 75 MPH, there was a popping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The message to "Check Electrical System" was displayed, and the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated to ... Read more
JEEP WRANGLER (2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Jan 15, 2026
See attached document for complaint.
HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT (2014) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 1, 2026
The passenger-side doors do not latch properly and may open after closing. This creates a safety risk while driving. The issue occurs continually and has worsened over time. Vehicle has approximately 106,265 miles. this causes the auto door locks no to work.
DODGE HORNET (2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Jan 10, 2024
Date: April 1, 2026 Subject: FINAL NOTICE: Repeated Safety Failures and Demand for Buyback – 2024 Dodge Hornet (VIN: [XXX] ) ​To [XXX] Autoland, Management and Stellantis Customer Care, ​I am writing to formally document a persistent and life-threatening safety defect regarding my 2024 Dodge Hornet GT, purchased on December 21, 2023. As of today, this vehicle has become a liability to my... Read more
BMW 330I (2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
Yes, the vehicle is available upon request. While operating my vehicle I experienced multiple serious mechanical and safety related issues including: A burning/ overheating smell coming from the center consol area, senor malfunctions, unexpected gear shifting while driving. The unexpected gear shifting contributed to a motor vehicle accident. The vehicle did not operate in safe or predictable mano... Read more
INFINITI QX60 (2022) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2024
This vehicle has been to the dealership five times for the car alarm will randomly go off. This issue is hard to replicate. In the final time that I took it to the dealer, I had a rental car and what we found is that when the car is parked and it’s locked and you pull in next to it. The car alarm will go off the car was never touched. It just goes off. does it go off in that situation every sing... Read more
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 (2022) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Jan 7, 2026
onstar telematics module went out and took away my way to call in a car problems and if stolen wont be able to find and the forward Collision don't work my high beam turn on and off by themselves and don't have there wifi or severs without it or emergency button
FORD F-150 (2015) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Jan 30, 2026
Molded lead frame sudden downshifts to first third or fifth gear would have to pull over to the side of the road/highway and shut the truck off and restart it to get it to go away it went from happening every 50-75 miles to the point where it would happen every 1-5 miles or less when it would down shift to first gear it would lock the rear wheels and almost caused me to get in multiple accidents h... Read more
TOYOTA PRIUS (2023) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
The contact owned a 2023 Toyota Prius. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 26V049000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages) and 24V274000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages); and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted.
RAM PROMASTER (2023) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Dec 23, 2025
On December 23, 2025, a 2023 RAM ProMaster 2500 Van used as a commercial fleet delivery vehicle in [XXX] suffered an engine compartment fire. The vehicle was declared a total loss by the insurance carrier. At the time of the fire, the vehicle was subject to open Safety Recall 25V-720 / Manufacturer Recall 67C, issued by FCA US LLC for a defective cooling fan module with premature bearing wear an... Read more
Fire
HONDA PROLOGUE (2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Jan 7, 2026
High voltage system error has flagged and been fixed multiple times starting in early January of 2026. Car randomly warns and breaks in the middle of the road because it sensed something that wasn’t there. Luckily no wrecks have occurred. Both CV joints have a loud clicking noise that the Honda dealerships knows about but has no fix for. I currently have an appointment for the dealership to look... Read more
FORD TRANSIT (2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 11, 2026
On March 11, 2026, a 2024 Ford Transit (VIN: [XXX] ) was being operated under normal driving conditions when the check engine light began intermittently activating. Shortly thereafter, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of dashboard functionality. While attempting to safely maneuver to the shoulder, the operator experienced loss of power steering and reduced braking capability. During this tim... Read more
Fire
VOLVO XC60 (2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 3, 2026
On multiple occasions that center screen goes blank while I am driving, the indicator lights do not click, there is no display of vehicle speed, and the map function disappears. These issues cause uncertainly if not panic. I do not know if my indicator lights are working, if I can change lanes or if I need to change where I am trying to drive to, all while the vehicle is moving. I can only gue... Read more
HONDA CR-V (2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Dec 17, 2024
The contact owns a 2024 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the first year the vehicle was purchased, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact experienced phantom braking. The vehicle was braking independently while there were no vehicles or pedestrians nearby. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed with the... Read more
FORD EXPLORER (2017) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
I spoke to the service manager at Hub City Ford located at [XXX] about the rubber around windshield was dry rotting and had came completely off. I was told that there was a recall that would fix the issue last year and so I waited for the call. During this time the vehicle started making this very loud whistling noise once the vehicle got to 40 mph. I was contacted n October of 2025 about getting... Read more
FORD F-150 (2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Feb 24, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V104000 (Electrical System, Exterior Lighting); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer wa... Read more
FORD F-150 (2018) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
Was slowing down to turn, engine cut out and received an “auto start/stop, shift to P and then restart engine” error on dash. Almost got in an accident because of it.
VOLVO XC90 (2023) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 29, 2026
The car recently received a 5.05 update of the infotainment system. Since then, the infotainment system would be shut off and auto-restarts itself during driving every 10 or 15 minutes. The car would lose all the functions related to the infotainment system, such as the camera, navigation, sound and air conditioning for a few minutes during driving. It is dangerous that this would happen randomly ... Read more
MINI JCW (2012) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 20, 2026
A little scary, it just got released from my hospital.From having cancer just wanna have my recalls repaired
BUICK ENCORE GX (2025) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Jan 2, 2026
nStar remote diagnostic system returned five false-negative results across two confirmed mechanical failures. January 2, 2026: two diagnostics at 5:50 PM and 5:53 PM returned "No Error Code Found" while the transmission was actively failing. At 8:39 PM, the system identified P0700 and P2714 (Transmission System Failure, "Service within 1 day"). March 14, 2026: two diagnostics at 11:14 AM and 11:17... Read more
HONDA ACCORD (2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
4 out of 5 times driving the car the infotainment screen with get random touches guiding you to unknown menus or system setting or maybe just to a different radio station. Where I think this becomes a legitimate safety concern (asside from changing vehicle settings like security) is when trying to use maps function the random touches will direct the map away from where you are or where your next t... Read more
CADILLAC CT5 (2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
The door(s) would not open from the outside. I had the driver side door handle replaced first - took weeks for the part to come in - this was a safety issue because I had to climb through the passenger side to open the driver side door. (the key entry would not work either) After weeks, and me paying for it, the same thing happened to the rear driver side door. I went to open it to get my grand... Read more
AUDI Q5 (2019) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Dec 25, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stopped and jerked, and the RED master warning light illuminated, and the message “Electrical Control Module” failure was displayed. On other occasions, while driving at undisclosed speeds, the turn signals and brake lights failed to operate as intended, and the message "Faulty Brake Light"... Read more
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 (2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 21, 2026
Got in a serious accident due to the crosswind assist malfunctioning totalled car and got tickets for bad driving when it wasnt my fault the car took control and I couldn't halo what happended - they arrested me thinking i was drunk (dont drink) it was a nighmare help!!!! I have court 4/29 - this is very time senansative!
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JEEP WRANGLER 4XE (2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20-30 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly lost electrical power, and the vehicle came to a stop. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was then restarted and driven without further failures. However, the contact had since stopped driving the vehicle in electric mode out of safety con... Read more
SUBARU FORESTER (2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
Automatic start/stop fails to turn car on - intermittent. Taken it to Subaru detailer miltiple times and paid for services to correct the issue, but the issue persists. Fist time - replaced the battery in July 2025. 2nd time, went on a ride along for 1 hour, issue did not happen, replaced spark plugs, issue persists. 3rd time, updated TCM software, issue still persists. Subaru of America is aware ... Read more
CHEVROLET EQUINOX (2025) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Mar 29, 2026
On four occasions while operating the vehicle down the roadway the dash screen and infotainment / vehicle information displays all have went dark off and reset causing disruption to vital information. Cruise control stayed active. It is unknown if the advanced safety features failed during the reset.
HONDA PROLOGUE (2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
The onboard navigation and entertainment system, including both the primary dashboard/driver interface and the center console, went fully black for over 1 minute while driving on the highway. When the screen is blank, no input is available from the vehicle as to speeds, behavior of cruise control, warning systems such as lane control, front rear and side awareness, operator awareness of speed, o... Read more
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE (2022) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Jan 26, 2026
I would like to file a complaint against Jeep. I drive a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE with 16,000 miles. While driving to the Store, the electronic parking brake engaged while driving. This caused braking system damage. Jeep / Manufacturer are refusing to reimburse me. The total cost was: $9,129.26. This effected the Actuators, Brake Calipers, Rear Rotors, and Brake Pads. This is not norma... Read more
GMC SIERRA 1500 (2019) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Feb 25, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power; however, the vehicle maintained electrical power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local service center, where it was diagnosed and determined that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the fai... Read more
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