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Showing 185,008 complaints — component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Incident date: Feb 27, 2026
After 68C recall fix in January, the following has occurred: -Check engine light on immediately -Replaced electric coolant heater -Sluggish in both hybrid and electric modes -FORM indicators - constant fuel oil refresh mode -Change oil required indicator on -Engine revving high at low speeds -Jumping when putting into drive / idling / shifting issues --Replaced all 4 shocks And just... Read more
Incident date: Feb 18, 2026
Travelling on the expressway I received a warning on my dash that my steering had failed along with other warnings. I lost the power steering and it was very hard to maneuver. I took it to a dealer that said it was electrical (software) and they had to reset it. Why???? My concern is it could have caused an accident if my wife was driving because she would not of been able to steer it. Or if I was... Read more
Incident date: Feb 27, 2020
Good Morning, Ms. Edds My name is [XXX] . I spoke to you a few years back in regards, to a vehicle I had. Well, today I am writing about another situation . I have a 2020 Ford F250 vin [XXX] . Since purchasing this vehicle, I have had recall after recall on it and getting nowhere with Ford Motor Company Customer Service Division. I have a local dealership that I have taken it to Spalding Ford w... Read more
VOLKSWAGEN
ATLAS CROSS SPORT
(2024) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 27, 2026
Incident date: Feb 27, 2026
Driver side door came unlocked while driving. Lock and handle would not engage, had child in the car.
MERCEDES-BENZ
GLK350
(2013) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 27, 2026
Incident date: Feb 3, 2026
RECALL NO: 19V-868 | VIN: [XXX] | CASE #: [XXX] VEHICLE: 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 (X204) DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY PROBLEM: This complaint concerns a failure to adequately remedy NHTSA Recall 19V-868. Since [XXX], my vehicle has been grounded at Mercedes-Benz of Westmont. The dealer performed the recall out of sequence, ignored documented circuit faults, and refused mandatory Xentry commissioning and... Read more
Incident date: Sep 15, 2025
Unknown but We were driving home from friant in motion when the car died and started smoking, no indication light were on before until after the incident all warning lights were on dash. Our lives were put at risk due to this. We were not able to control steering wheel or to get out of the way of traffic.
Fire
1 injured
FORD
EXPEDITION
(2019) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 27, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
While driving at approximately 70 mph on an interstate highway, the vehicle intermittently loses propulsion during acceleration. Engine power drops suddenly and the vehicle coasts for several seconds before power returns. This has occurred multiple times and creates an immediate safety hazard due to sudden loss of speed in active traffic lanes. The engine also produces a loud rattle at cold start... Read more
Incident date: Feb 26, 2025
I have currently been avoiding driving my car because it goes in limp mode when I’m stopped at red lights I smell oil burning sometimes ive seen small amounts of smoke coming from the engine as well as just receiving an oil change less than a month ago and it already being bad , I checked the mail the other day and i received a recall letter from Kia stating my car needs to be serviced and that ... Read more
TOYOTA
HIGHLANDER
(2019) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Dec 25, 2025
Tramision it no good make nose and power go off transmisión lose power and make smoke
Incident date: Feb 15, 2026
Car partially charged and when driving feels like it’s going to stall out. Seems like whatever update Stellantis did to hide the 4xe issues is impacting my ability to safely get around
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
Infotainment center is not operable. Had a diagnostic test completed by certified dealership and it is found that the infotainment center and radio is not operable. Contacted General motors corporate office. $47 was offered to go towards the $950 to fix it It. They did not offer any reimbursement for the $204 paid out of pocket for diagnostics fee that I they advised me to get after filing complai... Read more
Incident date: Jun 7, 2024
Transmission failure, lots of jerking. Also I think there are some electrical components messed up. As when my car is off no keys in the ignition, it sounds as if the engine try to turn over. Also when no keys in the ignition loud clicking noise comes from down by the transmission. Received multiple information dashboards messages started about 2 years ago.”Trasmission Failure” Only happened o... Read more
Incident date: Feb 23, 2026
Received “check electrical system” warning when turning on vehicle. Car towed to service department. Diagnostic said it was an ICCU failure with a back ordered part and no clear timeframe on when it would be in stock and fixed.
Incident date: Feb 23, 2026
This is a plug in hybrid vehicle. The (ECH) electric coolant heater is prone to failure. This failure can lead to loss of power and might cause the hybrid battery pack to not regulate its temperature leading to a fire. This is a high failure rate with some saying it has failed more than once. Jeep 4xe Fans on Facebook has been doing some tracking of numbers and shows a 50% failure rate with some f... Read more
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
When shifting my car into park the vehicle did not recognize that the gear was indeed in park. I would get a message saying “Shift to Park” and I could not fully turn my car off. This problem made me feel unsafe as I didn’t know what to do when it wouldn’t turn off. My battery could have run down and I would be stranded. In researching this problem GM was sued for the very same problem in ... Read more
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
(2023) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
Car suddenly stopped and lost all power due to DC DC converter issue
Incident date: Mar 10, 2025
My vehicle started slowing down, check engine light came on, and then the vehicle went into limp mode. The vehicle won't go faster than 10-15 miles per hour. I had the accelerator and sensor replaced, but the vehicle won't start or move. My car is not running and hasn't run for over a year.
Incident date: Sep 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V700000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not ... Read more
Incident date: Nov 6, 2025
1. COMPONENT FAILURE & TECHNICAL IMPAIRMENT: The vehicle is experiencing a total failure of its hybrid and internal combustion systems. On Jan 30, 2026, the vehicle received the "68C" battery software update. By Feb 6, the system failed, rendering Electric Mode Unavailable and triggering "Electric Mode unavailable" warnings. This is not a software glitch; it is a failure of the manufacturer's offi... Read more
Incident date: Oct 13, 2025
The passenger presence sensor is failing or failed because every time someone sit in there the airbag turns on and off repeatedly every 2-3 mins and gives a service airbag warning and if no one is sitting in the passenger seat then it just stays on. Could be really dangerous if a wreck happens while it’s glitching in the off mode and could cause death. Multiple people have had this problem with ... Read more
JEEP
GRAND CHEROKEE
(2023) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Dec 18, 2025
My wife and I were driving on a curvy road after dark and all of a sudden the windshield started fogging up and the blower quit and no warm air was available to clear up the windshield we had to pull off and after a time it started up again . sometimes it seems like it takes forever for the heat to come . I think this vehicle is cursed n
GMC
SIERRA 1500
(2017) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Feb 26, 2026
While the 2017 GMC Sierra was warming up via remote start, I noticed a smell of smoke as I walked by the passenger side of the truck. Then I heard a loud bang as I was walking around the rear of the truck. As I entered the truck from the driver's door I saw the back window, passenger side, shattered. The vehicle was then turned off. According to our dealership the vehicle was looked at under recal... Read more
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that several safety features were disabled during the failure. The vehicle was driven to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the front multi-purpose camera had experienced internal failures. The vehicle was repa... Read more
Incident date: Feb 26, 2026
Looking to get some kind of compensation or repurchase from Nissan for this long unresolved vehicle recall.
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
The hybrid battery fan is emitting a loud, high-pitched noise from the back of the vehicle while driving on the highway. It makes it difficult to drive and gives me a headache, which makes it difficult to focus and endangers my own safety and those around me. The dealership has acknowledged that this is an issue for my vehicle, but states that there is no solution offered by Honda at this time.
Incident date: Feb 19, 2026
My son, [XXX] is currently driving this car. The car only has 29,200 miles so far. Last week, while at the stop light on the hill, he had near fatal accident! Forester suddenly completed shut down. The only functioning part was the brake. My son had to put the car in park and restart the engine. I reported the incident to customer advocate at Subaru and taking the car in for inspection. We never s... Read more
Incident date: Feb 23, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Mirai. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. The accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle continued to decelerate. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15-20 MPH, several warning lights were illuminated, and the stability control symbol was displayed, and a yellow flashing warning l... Read more
Incident date: Dec 15, 2025
The entire car is dead from the engine to the key function completely dead. The car broke down 3 time in the middle of the street which could've caused a serious crash putting my safety and others at risk. The problem has been addressed to two different dealers and Kia corporate without resolution. I did make a police report about the mold infestation inside the car. I did now see any warnings pri... Read more
AUDI
A6 ALLROAD
(2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Mar 3, 2025
My vehicle was excluded from Recall 25V20100/90VC; however, in early March 2025, it experienced the exact defect described in that recall: a complete failure of the instrument panel module. I paid $3,737.07 for the repair just weeks before the official recall began in late March 2025. I submitted a reimbursement claim to Audi of America under 49 CFR §573 and §577, including the paid invoice and... Read more
Incident date: Jan 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to three separate Smog Local State Inspections; however, the vehicle failed to communicate with the system. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and it was determined that an unstated module needed to be replaced. The local dealer was contacted; however, Product Emission Rec... Read more
Incident date: Jan 6, 2026
The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failed on [XXX]. An electrical system warning light appeared on the dashboard as soon as I turned on the vehicle; a review of the diagnostic code via the Hyundai Bluelink app indicated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. It was towed to Napleton's Hyundai service center in Urbana, Illinois. I was informed that the replacement parts were on a nationwid... Read more
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
i didnt not see any warning lights. till this days Nobody knows what is wrong with the car.
JEEP
GRAND CHEROKEE 4XE
(2023) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Apr 20, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and occasionally the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The message "FORM" was displayed on the screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failu... Read more
KTM
390 ADVENTURE R
(2026) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
1. The Turn Signal Malfunction indicator is randomly triggered. Observation indicates this occurs when the ambient temperature is under 60 degrees. When the error code is displayed, the turn signals are non-functional. 2. The first time this occurred I was several miles from home at dusk. I had to turn onto and off of a highway without turn signals. At that time of day hand signals are not e... Read more
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
The uconnect 4 system that controls everything on the vehicle will randomly reboot while being driven, disabling safety systems like reverse cameras during the reboot, and leaving the UI for uconnect incomplete after restart is completed so vehicle settings are not available until vehicle has been turned off for over 10 minutes. I believe that this is due to bugged wifi drivers since it seems to ... Read more
Incident date: Feb 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2007 Isuzu Ascender. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the driver’s side window unexpectedly rolled down. There were no warning lights illuminated. Upon entering the vehicle, the contact noticed an abnormally strong smoky odor inside the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact discovered that the driver’s door master window switc... Read more
Incident date: Feb 26, 2026
The car randomly gives a warning on the dashboard in red, with red turtle symbol, to pull over and stop safely. A lot of the time we will be on the highway and can't pull over safely. It happens at any speed. 25, 80, 65, etc. It's been happening since we got the vehicle in 2023 and no dealership understands what the issue is even though there are clearly recall repairs for other same make and mode... Read more
Incident date: Aug 12, 2025
Dealership refused to fix my safety system unint failure alont with proof of voltage malfunction
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER SPORT
(2020) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Feb 5, 2026
While traveling at highway speeds, the vehicle suffered a sudden and total loss of motive power (high-speed stall) without prior symptoms. A "Charging System Fault" message appeared seconds before the engine and all critical electrical systems shut down. This failure occurred in active traffic, resulting in the immediate loss of power steering and electronic braking assistance, creating an imminen... Read more
FORD
BRONCO SPORT
(2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Feb 17, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 60 MPH and entering the base at 15 MPH, the overheating message was displayed. The driver pulled over, and the light turned off. After exiting the vehicle, he noticed the vehicle had caught fire. The driver disconnected the battery. There were no reported injuries. Another driver stopped with a fire... Read more
Fire
Incident date: Feb 15, 2026
Description of Incident: On February 15, 2026, my 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid experienced three distinct and severe safety system failures involving the electrical system, power seats, and the power sliding door. Power Sliding Door Sensor Failure: While my minor son was entering the vehicle, the power sliding door closed on his leg. The pinch sensor failed to detect the obstruction and did not r... Read more
1 injured
Incident date: Feb 20, 2026
[XXX] Message says warning "check ev system". they then sent a letter saying it had to go to the dealer, or the car would need A tow potentially. I can't get an appointment as they are way too busy to do anything other than tell me they will get back to me, repeatedly stating they will do so in one business day. it has been a week. My wife is scared to drive the car. I think it is bogus as no re... Read more
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
(2022) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Jan 30, 2026
The vehicle experienced an electrical issue regarding a DC/DC converter that went bad after the manufacturer software update. The vehicle displayed warnings that the vehicle needed to come to a stop and that the electrical system, in regards to the safety systems were not functioning. This includes the airbag systems, charging systems, and SOS systems.
Incident date: Aug 17, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights intermittently illuminated. The contact stated that since the purchase of the vehicle, the warning lights had been illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. The contact stated that the failure persisted. On a separate occa... Read more
Incident date: Feb 23, 2026
This is the 4th time car is unable to start after being parked for one day and it had to be jump starting. At first I thought it was some accessory, specifically a dashcam and aftermarket ambient lights, so I disconnected both and I even turned off the wireless charging pad and disable the function to turn the lights on when doors open and it didn't help, dead car again after 1 day parked. Car was... Read more
Incident date: Nov 1, 2024
I purchased a 2021 car in April 2024, which was originally side-swiped in November 2024. I filed an insurance claim and had to wait for the other insurer’s statement. In January 2025, the insurance company sent the car to one of their approved shops for electrical repairs, but the shop refused to work on it after noticing a missing airbag and flagged the car as a liability. They also mentioned t... Read more
Incident date: Feb 26, 2018
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that the fuel pump was previously replaced due to the vehicle stalling while driving. The contact stated that the tailgate unintendedly opened while the vehicle was parked and turned off. Additionally, the vehicle jerked while driving from a complete stop, and the vehicle hesitated and shuddered while driving at various speeds. An unknown ... Read more
Incident date: Oct 11, 2025
I am filing this complaint regarding a serious safety issue with my 2018 Honda CR-V. The vehicle is experiencing repeated and unpredictable malfunctions involving the dashboard display, warning systems, and automatic braking features while the vehicle is in motion. While driving at normal speeds, the vehicle has braked on its own with no obstacle, vehicle, pedestrian, or hazard present in front o... Read more
Incident date: Feb 26, 2026
The vehicle's lower front fascia exhibits a design flaw, creating an unsafe gap that permits road debris to impact the condenser, leading to air conditioning system damage. This compromise in the A/C system's functionality results in an inability to adequately cool the vehicle's interior, thereby creating potentially unsafe operating conditions, particularly in high-temperature environments. It ha... Read more
TOYOTA
HIGHLANDER HYBRID
(2021) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Feb 23, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the instrument panel lights were flashing. The vehicle then independently turned off and restarted repeatedly. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was determined that the battery level was low and needed to be replaced. The battery was replaced, and other unknown repairs for shifting fail... Read more