Consumer Safety Complaints
Search 2,192,899 safety complaints filed by vehicle owners with NHTSA — including 137,559 crashes, 55,854 fires, and 8,555 deaths.
Showing 112,682 complaints — component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Incident date: Mar 6, 2026
My backup camera has the same issue as the recall for the 2021-2024 Ford Edge. Why is my year not included in the recall?
Incident date: Mar 2, 2026
The ETC light came on and I brought the truck to my mechanic. The code for crankshaft position sensor came up. Apparently a faulty cps can cause the engine to shut down without warning. This is an obvious safety issue which Ram doesn’t want to repair.
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
I've been the only owner to this 22' Honda HRV and I have serviced it at the dealer 90% of the time. All oil changes, coolant flush, transmission services etc. done on time. I recently got it diagnosed at my local Honda dealer because it was starting to make a noise when you stepped on the gas. The noise started at about 95k miles and becomes louder as you increase the speed of the vehicle. The de... Read more
CHEVROLET
EQUINOX EV
(2024) — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 6, 2026
Incident date: Mar 6, 2026
Automatic emergency breaking engaged while driving through an intersection when there was no danger or incoming car or need for it. If the car behind us was not paying attention they could have rear ended us.
Incident date: Dec 18, 2025
The vehicle went into Tasca Kia for a cam shaft replacement, this did not fix the issue and the vehicle needed an entire engine replacement under power train warranty. Since then, the vehicle has continuously stalled. The vehicle is not indicating a reason for stalling, it is documented in video, and I have continued to inform the dealership where the vehicle is. This vehicle has shut off on me at... Read more
Incident date: Feb 16, 2026
System failures with lights and warnings include: hill start assist, All wheel drive fault, precollision assist, advanctrac. Rear differential and AWD module had to be replaced. Car has 57,000 miles on it and is a 2020. Safety is put at risk with a failing rear differential. There were minor vibrations that could've turned into wheel lock. All of the different drive modes were unavailable, and wit... Read more
Incident date: Jan 2, 2026
The suv pulls hard to the right when accelerating and has almost driven me off the road. it does it at random times and its super dangerous
Incident date: Mar 6, 2026
No check engine lights came on! The entire car caught fire and was engulfed in flames!!! Driver could have been killed!
Fire
Incident date: Aug 22, 2025
The weld that holds the clutch pedal broke causing the clutch pedal to not engage properly. Driving in traffic during a down shift stop almost caused an accident. Which led to not being able to shift gears which left the car unable to drive and left the stranded on the side of the road. The weld that hold the clutch pedal in place is insufficient and weak. While researching this issue I found ma... Read more
Incident date: Mar 6, 2026
Exhaust fumes and stink on cold start . vehicle only has 40,000 mi and I have exhaust smells coming in through hvac system!!
Incident date: Mar 6, 2026
Driving on highway and moon roof exploded. Have nonindication of a projectile hitting glass. Did not see any cracks
Incident date: Nov 1, 2024
Under battery recall, unable to charge with public chargers (incompatible standards and fire risk) and at home. Being legally represented by MFS LEGAL and filed case with Nissan Consumer Affairs case [XXX]. No software update or fix in sight. Talked with consumer affairs as well as future Nissan in Folsom and Roseville with no solutions! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION... Read more
Incident date: Jan 7, 2026
The rear windshield in the liftgate shattered while parked in front of my apartment without any possible object that might cause the breaking of the glass. Currently there are still some shattered glass inside the liftgate which the Nissan and AutoGlass company can't totally remove and sometimes causes me some headache because the liftgate won't open.
Incident date: Feb 11, 2026
The dealership I bought it from (Vineland Hyundai) I have had trouble with before where they say they fix things and they don’t. Last year there was a recall for the back camera not working. I took it in and supposedly they fixed it. Well, a few months later, the camera does not work at all and the problem issues with it is exactly what the recall says. I contacted the Better Business Bureau and... Read more
Incident date: Jul 7, 2024
I owned a 2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line that experienced a recurring transmission issue. In warm weather conditions the transmission would intermittently slip and stutter, causing a jerky engagement when attempting to accelerate. In cold weather the vehicle operated normally without these symptoms. When the issue occurred, the vehicle would sometimes hesitate or fail to move forward smoothly when p... Read more
CHEVROLET
SILVERADO 1500
(2020) — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 6, 2026
Incident date: Apr 17, 2023
The truck only has 54106 MI problem with the key coming out after turning it off . Have to turn engine on and off until the key comes off.
Incident date: Feb 20, 2026
The infotainment touchscreen in my 2018 Subaru Outback has developed severe screen delamination and now generates persistent “ghost touch” inputs. The screen registers touches without any driver interaction. While the vehicle is in motion, the system frequently activates functions on its own, including changing audio sources, adjusting settings, and opening menus. This occurs repeatedly and u... Read more
HYUNDAI
SANTA FE SPORT
(2018) — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 6, 2026
Incident date: Mar 1, 2025
Engine-Excessive oil consumption. Other-backup camera does not work and hasn’t for some time is 2028 sant fe sport included in recall
Incident date: Sep 21, 2023
Rear view camera displays upside down. Repairs not available at this time
Incident date: Dec 27, 2025
After a curb impact, the vehicle immediately experienced a no‑start condition. The failure appears to be collision‑related electrical damage in wiring routed through the lowered‑floor mobility‑conversion area installed by BraunAbility. The vehicle was fully operational before the impact and became completely inoperable immediately afterward, with no warning lights or prior symptoms, creati... Read more
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
EPB light with multiple other dash lights come on. It affects my breaking, shifting and acceleration. I was attempting to get on the freeway the first time it happened and my car would not accelerate. I had to drive off to the side to prevent getting hit. It happens intermittently at no given time. I just got it back from the dealership and am still having the issue.
Incident date: Jan 22, 2026
Engine failure due to coolant intrusion. Ford has issued a technical bulletin to its technicians regarding this issue. While my wife was driving the vehicle, a warning light first appeared indicating that the engine temperature was high. Shortly afterward, the warning escalated to a red alert stating that the transmission was blocked. My wife immediately turned off the engine to prevent further d... Read more
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
The car only has 150 miles on it and I bought it 3 days ago and there is a LOW ENGINE OIL warning on the dash.
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
I bought my 2024 Kia Telluride new and have been trying to get Kia to update the navigation system maps since I bought it. The maps and driving/turning instructions provided by their navigation systems are currently (and have been) out-of-date causing a significant safety risk for anyone driving Kia vehicles with these an non-updated maps. A prime example which is becoming more and more prevalent ... Read more
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
Suddenly car is excessively loud when first started for roughly 30 seconds and then quiets to normal. However when placed in Drive there is a loud "clunk" that takes place to allow the car to shift into gear. While driving the car shakes vigorously. These issues all point to the enigine mount recall that did not include my vehicle, but should have. NHTSA Recall Number 20V788000 should be expanded ... Read more
Incident date: Jan 12, 2026
While driving through west Los Angeles, the vehicle suddenly began emitting white smoke from the engine compartment. There were no prior warning lights, messages, or symptoms indicating a problem. The smoke quickly intensified and turned dark. Thick smoke filled the air, and the cockpit, with the smell of toxic fumes. I safely maneuvered to the shoulder and exited the vehicle with my passenger. Fl... Read more
Fire
Incident date: Nov 21, 2025
I own a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 that experienced a battery failure while still under warranty. The vehicle became completely undriveable in late November 2025 and had to be towed to a Hyundai dealership. The vehicle has now been sitting at the dealership for more than 90 days waiting for a replacement battery with no repair completion date provided. The dealership indicated that the required battery... Read more
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
The contact owned a 2015 Kia Soul. While driving at 55 MPH, the contact heard a loud "pop" sound followed immediately by visible flames originating from under the hood. No warning lights or indicators were illuminated before the fire. The vehicle was occupied by 2 occupants; the occupants were able to safely exit. The contact noticed black smoke coming from underneath the hood. The fire started in... Read more
Fire
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
NOTES FROM SERVICE TO MY CX90 MAZDA FROM HILEY MAZDA OF HUNTSVILLE 256-578-1915 During my last oil change with Maza on Nov. 12, 1pm the dealership noticed my windshield wiper fluid leaking into the radiator. They had to order a new radiator and repair this problem. They gave me a loaner CX90 for a week until a new radiator and parts arrived. On Dec 03 new radiator came in and my Mazda dealersh... Read more
Incident date: Nov 17, 2025
I am reporting a safety concern involving my 2018 Honda CR-V. Vehicle history reports indicate that the VIN had a prior theft record before I purchased the vehicle. This information was not disclosed to me at the time of sale. After purchasing the vehicle, it became the target of multiple theft attempts. During one incident in November 2025, I was violently assaulted during an attempted carjacking... Read more
1 injured
TOYOTA
RAV4 PRIME
(2023) — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 21, 2026
The instrument panel has gone black since approximately January 23, 2026 other than a recall notice there has been no messages or anything on the vehicle. The dealer has tried to order a new dash three times and each time Toyota has canceled it because it is a recall issue however this has been going on 39 days so far.
Incident date: Mar 4, 2026
To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally complain about an ongoing issue with my 2024 Kia Telluride, which has experienced four separate windshield cracks in a little over two years of ownership. This frequency is excessive and well beyond what I would consider normal wear and tear for a vehicle of this class and price point. Each incident occurred during routine driving conditions, such a... Read more
Incident date: Mar 3, 2026
Car developed a known recall issue problem, Recall 2818I. Even though Nebraska was not listed as a "salt state", it's obvious that Nebraska has similar conditions to Iowa. Attempts to contact Mazda USA corporate would not even fix the issue, citing cars age and other factors even though the damage is very specific to this particular recall.
Incident date: Feb 18, 2026
To whom it may concern: I am writing to express my concern regarding the recurring issues with the safety cameras on my 2026 Nissan Kicks, which were purchased on [XXX]. Despite multiple visits to the dealership for repairs and replacements, the problem persists. Initially, the cameras were not functioning properly on [XXX], and subsequent visits to the dealership on February 21st, February 28th, ... Read more
Incident date: Dec 12, 2025
I am submitting information regarding repair access and repair estimate concerns involving a Tesla vehicle after a collision. During an insurance claim handled by Tesla Insurance Company, a repair estimate from a Tesla-preferred repair facility was used to declare the vehicle a total loss. However, a manufacturer-owned repair facility estimate would be significantly lower and could make the vehic... Read more
Crash
1 injured
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
The sunroof shattered without any thing hitting the glass
Incident date: Mar 4, 2026
Radiator Hose began to leak coolant. Faulty radiator hose. This could have caused engine failure and potentially caused an accident or may have put others at risk for hazards. No warning other strange sound. Inspected by authorized dealers service center.
TOYOTA
HIGHLANDER
(2022) — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Feb 20, 2025
LIFTGATE MALFUNCTION
Incident date: Feb 21, 2026
The white orchid pearl paint on my 2016 civic is peeling. the car has 150000 miles on it. I've seen this is a known defect with this type of paint. I'm reporting this concern for my vehicles as the repair is costly and if it isn't repaired I will get structural rust.
Incident date: Mar 4, 2026
I purchased car less than 24 hours ago. Service engine light is on. Dealership ran code and say it wasn't diagnosing a problem. And engine light went off. Drove for 3 hours and then engine light came back on. When I drove the car today, I came to a stop at a stoplight and when I went to go the car would not go. Looked down and my car had been gone into emergency parking. This issue was NOT di... Read more
Incident date: Mar 3, 2026
I own a 2018 Toyota Mirai in California financed through Toyota Financial. The vehicle relies on hydrogen fuel, but hydrogen stations in California are frequently unavailable or offline. Many stations are closed or out of fuel for extended periods. In addition, the price of hydrogen fuel has increased dramatically (approximately three times higher than when the vehicle was purchased). Because o... Read more
Incident date: Apr 15, 2025
I received recall 24V031 in Feb '24, A pillar defect. I took my vehicle to the Ford dealer and had it inspected in Aug of '24. It was satisfactory at that time. Eight months later, it started rattling and flew off my car as I drove on the interstate. I called the dealer and was told that it was repaired in Aug '24. I explained that it was not repaired, only inspected and given the OK to drive... Read more
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
This windshield should be recalled this is the second time a rock cracked it. I have only had the car 9 months.
Incident date: Mar 4, 2026
WHEN I PUSH ON THE GAS PEDAL SOME TIMES I GET NOTHING FOR A SHORT TIME WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP
Incident date: Oct 6, 2025
I was driving and my car halted to a complete stop.
Incident date: Mar 1, 2026
Vehicle communication failures. One point unable to start the vehicle. Then the wipers and all warning lights came on without being able to turn the vehile off. Had to disconnect both batteries while the wipers destroyed themselves on a dry windshield. This is also causing a Service Shifter warning light then total loss of power steering while driving down the road at any speed. This includes high... Read more
Incident date: Feb 28, 2026
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TOYOTA
GRAND HIGHLANDER
(2026) — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 4, 2026
Incident date: Mar 4, 2026
Front windshield cracked on its own. Car was parked in driveway and there was nothing affecting the crack. It cracked on its own. This is brand new car Grand Highlander 2026 and owned for only 1 month. The front windshield shod not crack like that on its own out of nowhere. I read many other reviews from other owners facing the same issues. Most of them mentioning that this has happened because of... Read more
TOYOTA
PRIUS PRIME
(2018) — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 4, 2026
Incident date: Dec 7, 2025
There has been at least 4 times that the vehicle was not responsive to acceleration (stalled for a few seconds) then picked back up. Problem has been intermittent. There is no dash indication of an issue. Because concern is intermittent I haven’t taken vehicle in. There is NO CHECK ENGINE light on. My wife experienced it once, I’ve experienced it 3 times. Once going up steep hill, once on a st... Read more
Incident date: Feb 2, 2026
BACK UP CAMERA SAFETY, PARKING LOT'S AND TRAILER HOOK UP FLORIDA WEATHER 40 50 DEGREES IT WORKS, WARMER 60 90 AND IT'S BLUE SCREEN SHOWED TECH AT FORD DEALER COLD MORNING IT WORKS, MONTHS BEFORE THEN THEY SAID REPLACE CAMERA. WHAT CHANGES IN COLD WEATHER? WONT STAY COLD IN FLORIDA BACKUP SENSORS STILL WORK, WOULD BE NICE HAVING IT WORK.